Bonnie Kirsh1, Lynn Cockburn. 1. University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada. bonnie.kirsh@utoronto.ca
Abstract
TOPIC: This paper discusses the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) which is a tool that supports goal setting and the assessment of change with an individual participating in daily activity. PURPOSE: The purpose of the paper is to examine the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure as a potential tool for use in psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery-oriented services. The paper considers the theoretical orientation of the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure and describes the instrument's structure and properties. In addition, there is a delineation of the instrument's utility in mental health and an examination of its relationship to psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery principles. SOURCES USED: The paper uses existing research on the instrument, examines psychosocial rehabilitation literature, and reflects on consultation with local and international researchers/practitioners. CONCLUSIONS: The Canadian Occupational Performance Measure is designed to foster partnership between clients and practitioners and it encourages identification of occupationally-focused issues and goals. This instrument promotes an agenda of participation, resumption of life roles, and inclusion in environments of choice.
TOPIC: This paper discusses the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) which is a tool that supports goal setting and the assessment of change with an individual participating in daily activity. PURPOSE: The purpose of the paper is to examine the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure as a potential tool for use in psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery-oriented services. The paper considers the theoretical orientation of the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure and describes the instrument's structure and properties. In addition, there is a delineation of the instrument's utility in mental health and an examination of its relationship to psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery principles. SOURCES USED: The paper uses existing research on the instrument, examines psychosocial rehabilitation literature, and reflects on consultation with local and international researchers/practitioners. CONCLUSIONS: The Canadian Occupational Performance Measure is designed to foster partnership between clients and practitioners and it encourages identification of occupationally-focused issues and goals. This instrument promotes an agenda of participation, resumption of life roles, and inclusion in environments of choice.