Factors Associated with Therapeutic Approaches Among Norwegian Occupational Therapists: An Exploratory Study |
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| Authors: | Tove Carstensen Tore Bonsaksen |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway;2. Department of Occupational Therapy, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences, Oslo, Norway;3. Faculty of Health Studies, VID (Vitenskap Internasjonal Diakoni) Specialized University, Sandnes, Norway |
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| Abstract: | According to the Intentional Relationship Model, the use of therapeutic approaches tailored to individual clients’ needs is essential for building therapeutic relationships. This study investigated factors associated with occupational therapists’ preferred therapeutic approaches. One hundred eight occupational therapists were recruited as a convenience sample, and the data were analyzed with linear regressions. Mental health as the field of practice was associated with a stronger preference for use of empathy. More job satisfaction was associated with stronger preference for the instructing mode. Empathy appears to be more commonly used in mental health practice, whereas instructing may be linked with job satisfaction. |
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| Keywords: | Intentional relationship model Norwegian self-assessment of modes questionnaire occupational therapy therapeutic modes therapeutic relationship |
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