A Political Project for Occupational Therapists

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Abstract

The chapter defines the central issue related to the exclusion and exploitation of human life—namely, moral and political inequalities. The prominence of moral and political inequalities becomes evident in understanding that not all lives are treated equitably. These inequalities are intricately tied to the ethics of life and the attributed meaning of life. Historical and current examples of moral and political inequalities and their connection with the profession are presented to support occupational therapists in generating social and cognitive critiques of society. Occupational therapists are encouraged to reconsider their own perspectives on politics, and consequently, life and generate critiques of society Addressing and reducing moral and political inequalities is at the forefront of the occupational therapy political project.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationOccupational Therapy for People Experiencing Illness, Injury or Impairment
EditorsMichael Curtin, Mary Egan, Yeliz Prior, Tracey Parnell, Roshan Galvaan, Katrine Sauvé-Schenk, Daniel Cezar Da Cruz
PublisherElsevier Health Sciences
Chapter3
Pages29
Number of pages39
Edition8th
ISBN (Print) 9780323882927
Publication statusPublished - 2025

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