A scoping review on Occupational Science Research in European Contexts

Anne-Le Morville, Janice Jones, Michal Bar, Teena Clouston, Mona Dür, Nicole Ilper, Anna Roschel, Steven Whitcombe, Hanne Kaae Kristensen

Publikation: Bidrag til tidsskriftTidsskriftsartikelForskningpeer review

Abstract

Background
A survey showed European occupational scientists cover a broad range in occupational science (OS) research, however, no contemporary overviews of European OS research exists, and current research may provide valuable information for OS and occupational therapy.

Aim
The aim was to provide an overview of contemporary European OS research.

Materials and method
A scoping review was performed, including studies conducted in Europe and published in the British Journal of Occupational Therapy (BJOT), the Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy (SJOT) or the Journal of Occupational Science (JOS) between 2015 and 2020. The journals were systematically searched, and quality assessment and thematic analysis were undertaken.

Results
Findings from 93 articles identified many studies from the Nordic countries. Most studies applied qualitative research methods. Theoretical concepts from OS were used in data generating and discussions. A wide range of demographics, and living conditions were explored. Recent articles took a reflexive stance on the positionality of the researcher/s.

Conclusions
This review highlights the diversity of OS research, suggesting a solid theoretical knowledge base within European OS research.

Significance
The results contribute to further development and maturation of the discipline of OS in Europe and internationally.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftScandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy
Vol/bind30
Udgave nummer7
Sider (fra-til)908-923
ISSN1103-8128
DOI
StatusUdgivet - okt. 2023

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