ABSTRACT
Introduction Occupational therapy (OT) is based on the belief that purposeful activity (occupation) prevents or mediates physical dysfunction (Trombly, 1995). OT helps people regain, develop, and build skills that are essential for independent functioning, health, and well-being (’e American Occupational ’erapy Association, Inc. [AOTA], 2004). ’e scope of OT in the pediatric setting is narrower, as the therapist emphasizes interaction between the child and the child’s environment to help achieve the highest level of independence and function for that child’s age and level of development. For example, a 2-year-old’s environment and expectations di•er from those of a 10-year-old child.
