The Influence of Culture on Occupational Therapy Practice in Jordan

Author:

Malkawi Somaya H.1ORCID,Alqatarneh Nisrin S.2ORCID,Fehringer Elaine K.3ORCID

Affiliation:

1. Occupational Therapy Department, Rehabilitation Sciences Faculty, University of Jordan, Queen Rania Al Abdullah St. Amman, 11942, Jordan

2. Occupational Therapy Department, Faculty of Applied Health Sciences, Hashemite University, Zarqa 13133, Jordan

3. Department of Physical Therapy, Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229, USA

Abstract

Background. Occupational therapy’s origins draw from Western culture, values, and beliefs which may impact the application of traditional occupational therapy practice in non-Western cultures. Purpose. This study explored how occupational therapists in Jordan facilitate occupational therapy practice within Islamic Eastern culture. Method. A phenomenological approach was used in this study. Semistructured interviews were conducted with eleven occupational therapists that work in Jordan and have at least two years of experience. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis methods. Results. Three central themes emerged: impact of Jordanian culture and Islamic beliefs about independence and disability on occupational therapy practice, the therapists’ notions of ideal occupational therapy practice vs. daily reality, and challenges posed by workspace and the availability of equipment. Conclusion. This study highlights the growing need to translate and expand the core values of occupational therapy to align with cultures in non-Western countries and cultures.

Funder

Deanship of Academic Research, University of Jordan

Publisher

Hindawi Limited

Subject

Occupational Therapy,General Medicine

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