occupational therapy

noun

1. a form of therapy in which patients are encouraged to engage in vocational tasks or expressive activities, as art or dance, usually in a social setting.

occupational therapy

noun

1. med treatment of people with physical, emotional, or social problems, using purposeful activity to help them overcome or learn to deal with their problems

Derived Forms

• occupational therapist, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of occupational therapy¹

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

I have only just started the prosthetic journey and I have weekly physiotherapy and occupational therapy sessions.

From BBC

The county’s occupational therapy team has worked with nearly 160 clients thus far, but Brown is just one of about 15,000 residents navigating the transition to permanent supportive housing.

From Los Angeles Times

If toddlers exhibit these symptoms, Heffler recommends a reduction in screen time and possibly occupational therapy.

From Salon

“As far as engineering and occupational therapy, adaptive equipment is a place for us to meet in the middle.”

From Seattle Times

These services include occupational therapy, sensory processing support, mental/behavioral health support, speech therapy, social skills support, family support and psychoeducation for children up to age 13.

From Seattle Times