About the name of the blog

Do we need forks? is a name that reflects my philosophy about technology - the first question we should ask is "Do I NEED this?" Will it make my life and meaningful occupations easier, or better in some way?
As a student (first time around), I remember reading a scene from a play set in the 1600s, where French nobles were wondering what to do with a fork. The social context meant that forks were unnecessary. In that time, people would bring a knife, use a spoon for liquids, and hands for everything else. In a different social context where people are concerned about hygiene, a fork seems relevant. Or you could just wash your hands really well before each meal.
This philosophy about technology relates well to frameworks of occupational therapy. We look at the person - do they really need this technology? - the occupation - how meaningful is this occupation and do they need technology to make it easier to participate in? - and the environment, which includes social factors - is this technology going to fit with their environment?

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Post on ABC therapeutics blog

14/05/2011
waiholawoman has left a new comment on the post "Orwellian analysis of CSE meetings":

Dear ABC Therapeutics,
This sounds very frustrating for you when you are trying to advocate for your client. I'm an OT student and find it interesting how people often say "The system is responsible...", or "That's just what we have to work with". A system doesn't work without people adhering to it. It is important that people like you continue to agitate and ensure integrity is occuring by the people running the systems. Kia kaha (stay strong) as we say here in New Zealand. Hannah

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Posted by waiholawoman to ABC Therapeutics Occupational Therapy Weblog at 7:37 PM
 
 
I got a response!  See comment under video for Matthew Sanford :)
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