OT, Substance Use Disorder, and Leisure- A Capstone Project

Explore a real-world occupational therapy capstone experience! This course delves into a 14-week project completed by a doctoral student at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, in Catonsville, Maryland (January-May 2024).

Discover the vital role occupational therapy plays in substance use disorder recovery. The project focused on facilitating therapeutic leisure participation for adults in a day program. Learn how meaningful leisure activities can significantly impact recovery.

This course provides a detailed look at the process of completing an OT capstone project, from initial needs assessment to final objective-driven artifacts. You'll gain insights into:

• Personal motivation behind choosing a capstone topic.
• Current research and literature on substance use, leisure, and occupational therapy.
• Practical application of occupational therapy principles in a real-world setting.
• One-on-one client interactions and group facilitation for clients with substance use disorder.
• The impact of leisure interventions on recovery from substance use.

This course offers valuable insights for students and professionals interested in occupational therapy, mental health, substance abuse treatment, and the power of leisure therapy. Utilize the attached documents to learn more about this impactful OT capstone project and its contribution to client recovery.