Occupational Therapy Core Skills in Mental Handicap: A Review of the Literature

Abstract

This article attempts to explore the core skills in occupational therapy by reviewing the relevant literature and then to relate the findings to the field of mental handicap. It should be read in conjunction with recently published and accepted work on occupational therapy core skills and skill mix. A brief overview of the rote of occupational therapy in mental handicap is given and the concept of core skills is defined and discussed with reference to competence, skill mix and teamwork.