This course applies an occupational science perspective to study disease, illness, medical conditions, and impairments to human body structures and functions that typically emerge and/or present themselves in childhood. The emphasis is on how disease, and impairments in physical and mental functioning interact with the human condition, the uniqueness of individuals, and the environments within which they live to impact occupational performance, and one?s overall health, well-being, and life quality. This course is a prerequisite for all occupational therapy assessment and intervention courses including OT 762/OT 862, OT 763/OT 863, and OT 760/OT 860.