OS 420Occupational Constructs: Habits, Routines, Roles & Rituals

3 credits · Occupational Science · Penn State

Habits, routines, roles, and rituals are occupational constructs for occupational science and occupational therapy practice. These will be examined as catalysts or deterrents in daily living for people, communities, and society. Occupational constructs will be explored across time, place, and cultures. Exploration and practical application of how occupational constructs inform transformation of habits, routines, roles, and rituals as related to identity, health, and well-being across the lifespan will be addressed.