Occupation, theory-driven, evidence-based, and client-centered practice continue to be the core of the profession and are the central focus of , . The contains updated and enriched chapters that incorporate new perspectives and evidence-based information important to entry-level practitioners. The continues to relate each chapter to the newest and is evidence-based, while also addressing the guidelines of practice and terms from the AOTA’s Dr. Karen Jacobs and Nancy MacRae, along with their 61 contributors, introduce every topic necessary for competence as an entry-level practitioner. Varied perspectives are provided in each chapter with consistent references made to the relevance of certified occupational therapy assistant roles and responsibilities. Additionally, chapters on the Dark Side of Occupation and Primary Care have been added to broaden the foundational scope of knowledge. Each chapter also contains a clinical case used to exemplify relevant content.