Governing through Occupation: Shaping Expectations and Possibilities

Rudman, Debbie Laliberté

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“…Discourse shapes the meanings and understandings that people attribute to the lived world in which they exist (Rudman & Dennhardt, 2015). As such, socially constructed understandings forged through discourse, profoundly influence the opportunities of what is considered real and possible for individuals (Rudman, 2012). Discourse acts as a mechanism through which systems of dominance and oppression are perpetuated.…”

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“…From an occupational perspective, discursive practices in a given context can determine factors such as what occupational opportunities exist in different places and for whom they exist, in addition to the way in which they are expected to be performed (Rudman, 2012). The profession of occupational therapy has begun to shed light on occupational injustices resulting from the “political invisibility” of populations whose discourses are suppressed (Galheigo, 2011).…”

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Occupational Experiences of Refugees and Asylum Seekers Resettling in Australia

Mayne

Lowrie

Wilson

2016

OTJR: Occupational Therapy Journal of Research

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The contexts into which refugees and asylum seekers resettle, particularly the socio-political context as represented through various discourses, shape their occupational opportunities, health, and well-being. This article explores current literature in regard to the contemporary Australian discursive climate, particularly in relation to the way it may shape the occupational experiences of refugees and asylum seekers. In addition, a synthesis of current research regarding the occupational experiences of refugees and asylum seekers during their period of resettlement is presented. These two topics of research, drawn from 42 articles, were thematically analyzed. Identified themes include imagined possibilities prior to arrival, establishing occupational routines on entry to the Australian community, and pursuing a personally meaningful life. The authors argue that consideration of the way in which discourse shapes the lived world, and in turn, the occupational opportunities of refugees and asylum seekers, is of key importance for those working with these marginalized groups.

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Occupational Experiences of Refugees and Asylum Seekers Resettling in Australia

Mayne

Lowrie

Wilson

2016

OTJR: Occupational Therapy Journal of Research

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“…As therapists, we need to understand our clients and how they take part in and form their part of the world. As Rudman (2012) states 'A comprehensive understanding of how occupations are shaped, negotiated, and experienced is needed ' (p. 111). On this basis, is it enough to explore mobility needs, but not address a person's inability to prostrate in prayer?…”

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An Understanding of Religious Doing: A Photovoice Study

2019

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The ability to participate in everyday activities that hold meaning and value is a determinant of health and wellbeing. Occupational therapists work with people when health and social barriers limit this valued participation. However a challenge persists in including religious practice or ‘doing’ within therapy, with many occupational therapists feeling ill-equipped and reluctant to address religious doing. The study reported here examines religious doing within the lives of participants from a number of faith traditions. A photovoice method is used, with participants discussing photographs that they have taken to describe their religious doing. Data are analyzed using a phenomenological reflective lifeworld approach. Findings are grouped into six themes and are explored using both verbatim quotes from transcripts and some of the photographs taken by participants. A reflective description of the core aspects of participants’ practical religious doing is constructed from the data, with the intention of providing occupational therapists with a basis from which to begin to consider practical religious doing within the lives of their clients. It is proposed that occupational therapists do not need an in-depth knowledge of theology and doctrine but rather an understanding of key and familiar occupational principles such as person-centred habits and routines, and community connectedness.

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“…Judgments, bias, values, and politics, as well as growth, development, and health are conducted through occupations. As a social construct, it is important to acknowledge issues of class, gender, race, and sexuality as these are often experienced through occupation and impact occupational possibilities and outcomes (Rudman, 2010(Rudman, , 2012.…”

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Water: A Useful Metaphor for Occupation

Fox

2014

Journal of Occupational Science

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Governing through Occupation: Shaping Expectations and Possibilities

Cited by 34 publications

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Occupational Experiences of Refugees and Asylum Seekers Resettling in Australia

Occupational Experiences of Refugees and Asylum Seekers Resettling in Australia

An Understanding of Religious Doing: A Photovoice Study

Water: A Useful Metaphor for Occupation

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