It is well known that the history of occupational therapy goes back to ancient times, although it was not until the Second World War that it began to receive greater attention and wider use. Today, despite important advances in studies and applications, a certain amount of empiricism persists, especially in Italy where there are not as yet distinct schools for occupational therapy and where consequently there is some criticism of the profession.
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