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The spirit of time and Occupational Therapy

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Vol. 21 No. 1 (2021): Junio
https://doi.org/10.5354/0719-5346.2021.53227

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The aim of this research is to understand the relationship between the theoretical approaches that have supported Occupational Therapy practie in Chile and the socio-historical context of the country, from the perspective of the participants. The methodology is qualitative, descriptive with a Grounded Theory design. For the present study, 7 key informants were included, using the semistructured interview. Data analysis is given by the content with which they respond, being codified according to the specific aim of the research. Results offer a particular perspective of the interviewed Occupational Therapists, who make a historical tour over those events that impacted their professional performance. Likewise, they identify which were the knowledge that sustained their practice over the years, to finally establish relationships between historical periods and the exercise of Occupational Therapy in Chile. It is concluded that the events that affect the practice of Occupational Therapists are eminently socio-political. In as much, theoretical approaches used by the professionals, to sustain their practice, presents modifications according to the contextual demands. Finally, we propose the division of the history of Chile and Occupational Therapy, considering the relationship that exists between historical periods and the dominant theoretical approaches according to the contextual need. Notwithstanding the foregoing, it is evident that the theoretical approaches in Occupational Therapy are dynamic and that the use of one type does not necessarily exclude the use of the others.

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Occupational Therapy, History, Knowledge.

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Carrasco Cofré, B. A., & Basoalto Rioseco, M. (2021). The spirit of time and Occupational Therapy: In search of the theoretical foundations and why the practices of Chilean Occupational Therapists. Revista Chilena De Terapia Ocupacional, 21(1), 39–52. https://doi.org/10.5354/0719-5346.2021.53227
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Revista Chilena de Terapia Ocupacional
Facultad de Medicina
Universidad de Chile
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