American Journal of Occupational Therapy

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy (AJOT) is the official journal of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). The primary mission of AJOT is to publish peer-reviewed research examining the effectiveness and efficacy of occupational therapy practice so that occupational therapy professionals can make informed, evidence-based decisions about best practice. In addition, the journal aims to publish (1) research documenting the reliability and validity of occupational therapy instruments; (2) studies demonstrating a relationship between occupational engagement and the facilitation of community participation and health; and (3) articles that provide a forum for scholars to debate professional issues that affect education, practice, and research. This Guidelines for Contributors to AJOT is also available at the American Journal of Occupational Therapy manuscript submission website, ScholarOne (go to https://mc04.manuscriptcentral.com/ajot and click “Instructions & Forms” in the upper right). These guidelines are published annually in a supplement to the journal; any changes implemented in the interim are published to the Author Guidelines page on the AJOT website (go to https://research.aota.org/ajot/pages/authorguidelines).

The 2025 AOTA Representative Assembly convened on April 24, 2025, to vote on key issues impacting the organization and profession. During the meeting, nine motions were presented. The outcomes of each motion are summarized herein.

The 2025 AOTA Representative Assembly convened on April 24, 2025, to vote on key issues impacting the organization and profession. During the meeting, nine motions were presented. The outcomes of each motion are summarized herein.

The 2025 AOTA Annual Business Meeting was held as a virtual event on August 20, 2025. More than 340 members registered from over 46 states and territories.

The 2025 AOTA Annual Business Meeting was held as a virtual event on August 20, 2025. More than 340 members registered from over 46 states and territories. The meeting is summarized herein.

This Occupational Therapy Education Research Agenda identifies seven major research goals and priorities and is intended to complement the 2011 Occupational Therapy Research Agenda, which identified five research priorities of the profession.

This Occupational Therapy Education Research Agenda identifies seven major research goals and priorities and is intended to complement the 2011 Occupational Therapy Research Agenda.