Climate change and occupational therapy

Abstract

This chapter explores the role of occupational therapy (OT) in addressing climate change and promoting environmental sustainability. It highlights how OT can enhance individuals' ability to engage in necessary and desired activities and emphasizes the importance of integrating environmental considerations and environmental justice into OT recommendations are provided to raise awareness, build resilience, offer mental health support, aid vulnerable populations, delineate ways to mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts, and advocate for sustainable practices.

Document Type

Book Chapter

Date of Publication

1-1-2025

Publication Title

Climate Change and Disability: A Collaborative Approach to a Sustainable, Inclusive Future For All

Publisher

Academic Press

School

School of Medical and Health Sciences

Comments

Myers, C., Tyagi, N., Stock, T., & Santos, A. (2025). Climate change and occupational therapy. In Climate Change and Disability: A Collaborative Approach to a Sustainable, Inclusive Future For All (pp. 221–226). Academic Press. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-31568-8.00002-7

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First Page

221

Last Page

226

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10.1016/B978-0-443-31568-8.00002-7