I always struggle for a definition when people give me that blank stare when I say 'OT'

And I like this one. Funnily enough its from KCL's website, my new home for 6 weeks in January!

'Occupational therapists work with people who have physical, mental and/or social problems, either from birth or as a result of accident, illness or ageing. Their aim is to enable people to achieve as much as they can for themselves, so they get the most out of life.  When people cannot do things which are important to them - such as getting dressed, having a shower, going to work, socialising or undertaking a favourite hobby - an occupational therapist can help them in many ways, based on each individual person’s needs and lifestyle.'

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