“Occupation” is defined by the American Occupational Therapy Association as everyday activities that people actively participate in at home, work, school, and in the community. It is the way a person fulfills his or her dreams, desires, goals, and a sense of purpose to enjoy a higher quality of life. These activities are an intrinsic decision that is based on a person’s growth, development, abilities, and limitations. Humans are made to process information from the internal and external environment, to adapt when necessary, and to master his or her personal world. Occupation pertains to a person’s physical, cognitive, social, and other aspects of a person’s performance. All of these areas combined make a whole person, and his or her personhood.
