Title: Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) Frame of Reference
Headings: Model of Human Occupation (MOHO)
Model of Human Occupation (MOHO)
Gary Kielhofner’s Model of Human occupation (MOHO)-
#1 Volition –
#2 Habituation –
#3 Performance –
Function – Dysfunction Continua (Areas of concern)–
Behavior indicative of function- dysfunction (Evaluation and Assessment)-
Postulates regarding change and intervention –

Content: Helplessness – it is characterized by a total or near-total disturbance in occupational roles and performance. This is because of extreme feelings of ineffectiveness, anxiety, depression, or all three. Behavior indicative of function- dysfunction (Evaluation and Assessment)-
Occupational functioning assessment is important to set meaningful goals. After goals setting, OTs can set an intervention plan according to the need of an individual. Generally, OCAIRS (Occupational Case Analysis Interview and Rating Scale) can be used as an initial screening of occupational function. This scale focuses on the valued goals, interest, performance, skills of an individual, and most importantly, is he/she satisfied or dissatisfied while performing activities. But there is no limitation for the assessment. Occupational therapist’s can also perform various other scales after doing the initial screening. Some scales are – occupational performance history, interview, interest checklist, ADL checklist, decision making inventory, and so on. Postulates regarding change and intervention –
After the initial screening and assessment, the therapist will get the information about the cause of occupational dysfunction, due to which individual is not taking part in his occupational roles.