How It Works?

1. **Evaluation**: Occupational therapists first assess the individual's needs, abilities, and goals. They evaluate physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills to understand how these factors affect the person’s ability to perform daily activities.

2. **Goal Setting**: Based on the evaluation, occupational therapists collaborate with clients to set specific, achievable goals. These goals are tailored to improve the individual's ability to participate in activities that are meaningful to them, such as self-care tasks (like dressing or cooking), work, school, leisure activities, and social interactions.

3. **Intervention**: Occupational therapy interventions are designed to help individuals develop, regain, or maintain skills needed for daily activities. These interventions can include: - **Therapeutic Activities**: Such as exercises to improve strength, coordination, and dexterity.
- **Adaptive Techniques**: Teaching alternative ways to accomplish tasks, using assistive devices or modifying the environment.
- **Education**: Providing strategies for managing stress, improving time management, or enhancing organizational skills.
- **Sensory Integration**: Techniques to help individuals process and respond to sensory information more effectively.