Occupational Therapists are medical professionals that work to improve a persons overall independence with activities of daily living (ADL) or instrumental activities of daily living (IADL). This is done through personalized engagement in every day functional tasks (occupations) to ensure safety, improve independence, support co-morbid diagnosis management and progress overall functioning. The term occupation refers to any task that a person completes throughout the day that brings meaning to their life (dressing, grooming, managing a home, raising a child, exercise, mobility, hobbies, work, school, etc.).
Occupational Therapists are trained in both physical and psychological interventions. Occupational therapy's history is rooted in mental health treatment and are viewed as a core member of mental health teams. This combination of training and therapeutic focus makes Occupational Therapists ideal medical professionals for the treatment of those with FND and their co-morbid symptoms. Occupational therapy utilization varies country to country, so access may vary depending on where you are located.
Occupational Therapy Resources
OT Specific Websites
OT Potential
At OT Potential, their mission is to bridge the gap between research and hands-on occupational therapy practice. The ultimate goal is getting the latest treatment and best practices in front of every OT professional, client, caregiver, and member of the greater healthcare community.
If you are looking for continued education units (CEU), OT Potential Club is a great option to hear the newest research and treatment approaches, via podcast, while fulfilling your professional CEU requirement.
OT Potential also has OT specific FND resources and articles aiming to advance OT's awareness and role treating FND. Follow the link to learn more.
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
AOTA is the official organization of the United States that represents, promotes and advocates for the OT profession.
On this site you will find information about conferences, resources, publications, how to become an OT and much more.
Follow the link to learn more about all that AOTA is doing and how to get involved with advocating for OT.
WFOT is the official international organization representing the occupational therapy profession. They set the standard for occupational therapy education internationally and promote excellence in research and practice.
Follow the link to learn more about international advocacy, opportunities to collaborate with colleagues internationally and much more
World Federation of Occupational Therapist (WFOT)
