Personal Projects Analysis in occupational therapy research: A scoping review

Abstract

Introduction Personal Projects Analysis has been used in occupational therapy research to better understand occupation. The purpose of this scoping review is to describe Personal Projects Analysis and examine how it has been used in occupational therapy research. Method Occupational therapy studies using Personal Projects Analysis were identified and described in terms of sample, research question, design, use of Personal Projects Analysis, and results. Findings Fifteen studies in which Personal Projects Analysis was used in occupational therapy research were retrieved. Three of the four Personal Projects Analysis modules have been used in occupational therapy research on project characteristics and subjective well-being, types of projects affected by health problems, and occupational balance. Only one paper described a clinical use of Personal Projects Analysis in occupational therapy. Conclusion Personal Projects Analysis is a useful evaluation for occupational therapy research and a potential tool for practice.