Holism: A Transversal Perspective for Occupational Therapy

• Gabriela Trujillo Escudero

  , Escuela Desarrollo Humano Integrativo, Chile

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  https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6555-9342 (unauthenticated)

• Rodolfo Morrison

  , Universidad Europea de Madrid, Madrid, España Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupación Universidad de Chile, Santiago - Chile

  Author

  https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2834-1646 (unauthenticated)

The article highlights the importance of a holistic perspective in occupational therapy as an alternative to the reductionist approach imposed by the biomedical and neoliberal models. Occupation is presented as a central element of human identity, inseparable from its physical, social, and emotional context. Through pragmatism and transaccionalism, the constant interaction between the
individual and their environment is emphasized. Tools such as yoga and mindfulness are integrated, contributing to neurological, physical, and emotional development. These practices enhance skills like self-regulation, flexibility, and resilience, promoting
overall well-being and reinforcing a person-centered approach. Supported by neuroscience, they offer practical strategies for fostering integral health. The article concludes by advocating for a shift toward a humanized and interdisciplinary health
model, where occupational therapy plays a key role in improving quality of life and well-being through meaningful and holistic interventions.

1. Gabriela Trujillo Escudero, , Escuela Desarrollo Humano Integrativo, Chile

   Terapeuta Ocupacional (Univ. Mayor, Chile); certificada en Integración Sensorial por la (Univ. of Southern California, USA). Diplomada en Neurociencias, bases biológicas del aprendizaje (Univ. De Chile) Escritora del libro Desarrollo Humano Integrativo. https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6555-9342

2. Rodolfo Morrison, , Universidad Europea de Madrid, Madrid, España Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupación Universidad de Chile, Santiago - Chile

   Terapeuta Ocupacional (Univ. Austral de Chile); Máster y Doctor en Lógica y Filosofía de la Ciencia (Univ. de Salamanca). Académico de la Universidad Europea de Madrid (España), Universidad Santo Tomás (Chile) y de la Universidad de Chile. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2834-1646
   * Autor de correspondencia.

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