TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Active Aging: Supporting Client Activities and Participation: Introduction A1 - Bonder, Bette A1 - Bello-Haas, Vanina Dal PY - 2018 T2 - Functional Performance in Older Adults, 4e AB - By now it should be clear that different professions conceptualize elements of later life through different lenses. In particular, the meaning of function differs, with implications for evaluation and intervention to support well-being. Biologists emphasize the function of anatomical structures and physiological processes. Sociologists focus on function in social, cultural, and environmental contexts. Occupational therapists and physical therapists define function as ability to accomplish those activities that individuals, families, and communities need and want to do. SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/04/23 UR - fadavispt.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1156684386 ER -