Occupations and personal projects: A comparison of the concepts

Author:

Arcand-Dusseault Caroline1,Egan Mary1

Affiliation:

1. University of Ottawa, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Canada

Abstract

Introduction The concept of personal projects has been used in occupational therapy research to understand occupation better. However, no clear distinction has been made between personal projects and occupations. An argumentative review was carried out to determine if the concepts of occupation, as outlined in the Canadian Model of Occupational Performance and Engagement and the Person Environment Occupation Model and personal projects are interchangeable. Method Definitions of each concept and seven points of comparison were identified through reading and discussion of key material related to: framework and origins; association with health and well-being; consideration of the environment; individualized and self-directed nature; consideration of aspects of the person; categories; and balance. Findings Occupation and personal projects represent similar concepts when they refer to concrete and time-limited activities. More abstract and extended personal projects may be broken down into more concrete, shorter-term occupations. Differences were noted with respect to consideration of the environment, aspects of the person, categories and balance. Conclusion Differences in the way the environment, aspects of the person, categories and balance are considered in personal projects may provide helpful insights for occupational therapists as they attempt to practice in a client-centered, strengths-based manner with a focus on occupation.

Publisher

SAGE Publications

Subject

Occupational Therapy

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