{"title":"Jonathon O'Brien","description":"\u003cp\u003eJonathon O'Brien's works delve into the nuanced relationship between cognitive function and daily living, often exploring themes related to memory and occupational engagement. His writing offers thoughtful insights that resonate with both professionals and readers interested in the complexities of the human mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus that bridges clinical understanding and practical applications, O'Brien's books invite readers to consider how memory impairment affects everyday life and how occupation can play a vital role in recovery and support. His clear, measured approach makes challenging subjects accessible and compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"memory-impairment-and-occupation-by-jonathon-obrien-9781119708865","title":"Memory Impairment and Occupation","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMemory Impairment and Occupation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply the latest evidence-based knowledge of human memory in your occupational therapy practice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMemory is among the core components of the human experience. We draw continuously on memory in our everyday lives, facilitating our daily routines and building on our past experiences to improve our future occupational performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMemory loss impairs human occupation in myriad ways. \u003cem\u003eMemory Impairment and Occupation: A Guide to Evaluation and Treatment\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical, evidence-based guide that is essential reading for occupational therapists, providing ways forward for those working with memory-impaired individuals. There are chapters on concepts of memory, memory development throughout the lifespan, amnesia in traumatic brain injury, dementia and post-traumatic stress disorders, memory impairments in children and adolescents, adults with acquired brain injury, and older people. The book draws on the latest evidence from cognitive neuroscience while maintaining a consistent focus on the distinct theoretical contributions of occupational therapy and occupational science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMemory Impairment and Occupation: A Guide to Evaluation and Treatment\u003c\/em\u003e readers will also find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePoints for discussion, case studies, activities and simulation activities that can be used in personal study, in-service training, or university tutorials and seminars\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLucid outlines of relevant neuroanatomy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn innovative ‘memory checklist’ that can be used as part of task analysis when working with people with memory impairments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMemory Impairment and Occupation: A Guide to Evaluation and Treatment\u003c\/em\u003e is ideal for occupational therapy clinicians and students concerned with the assessment and treatment of people with memory impairments. It will also be of interest to physicians, psychologists, speech and language therapists, and all those working with this population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47425597112556,"sku":"9781119708865","price":142.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781119708865.jpg?v=1774768144"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jonathon-obrien.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}