This key question posed by Mary Reilly examines the role of OT in medicine and society.
What is “Is occupational therapy a sufficiently vital and unique service for medicine to support and society to reward?”
The psychological impact of joblessness during the Great Depression revealed this about the need to work.
What is that work is crucial for mental well-being and stability?
The results of Reilly's research indicated that occupational therapy is not only wanted but also needed in this setting.
What is the medical field?
This major global event contributed to the expansion and specialization of Occupational Therapy practices
What is World War II?
Exploring whether Occupational Therapy is vital and unique enough to garner support from medicine and society is this aspect of the lecture.
What is the theme?
According to Reilly, occupational therapists provide services that are described as having this kind of medical purpose.
What is a magnificent medical purpose?
Reilly suggests that our profession emerged in these types of times, as indicated in her lecture.
What are quieter or more stable times?
Occupational Therapy is important to this future century.
What is the 20th century?
This feeling is reinforced in therapists by recognizing their significant contributions to client outcomes.
What is empowerment or motivation?
Reilly emphasizes the importance of asking if this is the right time for testing the hypothesis of Occupational Therapy.
What is the 20th century?
This country will be beneficial in helping support the main hypothesis.
What is the United States of America?
Reilly's lecture helps OT professionals affirm their role in this aspect of healthcare.
What is patient care or health improvement?
The pressure for direction in Occupational Therapy has been caused by excessive stress from this aspect of society.
What is the ongoing technological revolution?
When this is large, professional involvement and work satisfaction is high.
What is struggle?