• Purpose: Helps individuals develop, regain, or maintain skills for daily living and work.
• Techniques: Involves adaptive techniques, fine motor exercises, sensory integration, and environmental modifications.
• Conditions Treated: Developmental disorders (e.g., autism), physical disabilities, cognitive impairments, mental health issues.

Evidence:  Interventions like sensory integration therapy, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and adaptive equipment have shown effectiveness in improving daily living skills and occupational performance (AOTA, 2020).