Oscar Mayer Wehner

     Culturally within most areas of the U.S., speaking of sexual health or sexual activity is considered taboo especially in the Bible Belt.  As a society, discussions about sexuality are pushed to remain private and are not encouraged.  However, sexual health is extremely important to understand and discuss with appropriate clients.  Within the 3rd edition of the OTPF, sexual activity is listed as an activity of daily living.  This inclusion within our practice framework means that assisting our clients with understanding and carrying out proper activities related to sexual health is within our scope of practice.  Dr. Valli provided tremendous insight and knowledge about sexual health and how to address it with our future clients.      There were many key takeaways from Dr. Valli's lecture about aging and sexual health.  We have been exposed to some discussion of sexuality and sexual health during our didactic coursework,...

Retrieved from https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/advice/know-how/driving-with-a-disability/      When considering the many populations that occupational therapists typically work with, individuals needing to be assessed and treated for driving and community mobility related deficits are typically not among the first populations stated.  With driving and community mobility being included as an instrumental activity of daily living within the 3rd version of the OTPF, I know that this area is within our scope of practice. Mr. Cody Stovall provided an ample amount of information to us about what being an occupational therapist and certified driving rehab specialist (CDRS) involves.  Over the last year and a half, we have learned many ways to adapt vehicles for individuals' unique conditions.  Mr. Stovall offered the same information with more insight and depth for us today  along with other necessary aspects.      When discussing the m...