Sleep
Rest and sleep is a foundational occupation in the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework, 4th edition. Occupational therapy practitioners can help clients, groups, and communities to manage and develop healthy and effective routines and habits to promote sleep.
Sleep promotion resources
Knowledge translation and other resources to assist with supporting sleep routines across the lifespan.
Occupational Therapy Interventions to Support Sleep for Children from Birth to 5 Years
Sleep in Children and Youth 0–5 Years Old
Sleep interventions for children 0-18 years old
Evidence-informed intervention ideas: sleep interventions for adults with chronic conditions
Interventions to Promote Sleep for Adults with Chronic Conditions
Self-management interventions for rest and sleep among community-dwelling adults with chronic conditions
Cognitive behavioral therapy to improve sleep and rest in adults with Parkinson's disease
Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults With Chronic Conditions
This clinical practice guideline addresses chronic conditions such as heart disease, chronic lung conditions, diabetes, and kidney disease, and interventions targeting sleep and rest are highlighted.
AOTA Continuing Education
Gain new sleep knowledge, capabilities, and skills with AOTA's continuing education.
Research, articles and books
Expand your sleep knowledge with the latest research, perspectives, and solutions for occupational therapy practitioners.
November 2021 edition: Promoting Rest and Sleep
Person-Environment-Occupation Model guides sleep assessment and intervention
Supporting the Occupation of Sleep With People With Multiple Sclerosis Fatigue
Effects of Occupational Therapy and Sleep Hygiene in the Hospital
Perspectives for Occupation-Based Practice
Integrative Health Community of Practice
The holistic nature of occupational therapy sets the stage for practitioners to explore the role of complementary interventions and approaches in practice to address occupational performance needs. This CoP is housed under the Home & Community Health Special Interest Section.
Policies supporting OT's role in shaping contexts and environments
Advocating for OT's role in promoting sleep is an important occupation. Federal policies and legislation support occupational therapy's role in shaping social contexts and environments to facilitate health, well-being, and participation in occupations.