Exploring ableism and occupational therapy: Occupational therapy students’ perspectives

Findings indicated a potential link between understanding of ableism and students' views that occupational therapy is ableist. Most students were aware of the potential they hold unconscious biases and welcomed support to engage further with disability studies. Further qualitative research is needed. Following this, systemic changes to address the harm of ableism can begin to be addressed.

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British Journal of Occupational Therapy
Published
2025-01-16
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https://doi.org/10.1177/03080226241309469
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2
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Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
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Exploring ableism and occupational therapy: Occupational therapy students’ perspectives

Alison Laver Fawcett, Hannah Darton, Alison Wadey
2 citations
British Journal of Occupational Therapy
Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
2.94
article

Exploring ableism and occupational therapy: Occupational therapy students’ perspectives

Alison Laver Fawcett, Hannah Darton, Alison Wadey
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2 citations

Abstract

Findings indicated a potential link between understanding of ableism and students' views that occupational therapy is ableist. Most students were aware of the potential they hold unconscious biases and welcomed support to engage further with disability studies. Further qualitative research is needed. Following this, systemic changes to address the harm of ableism can begin to be addressed.

British Journal of Occupational TherapyVol. 88(5)
York St John University (GB), Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (GB)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 12%
Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
2.94
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