You Can't Take it with You!

Abstract

This paper addresses the issue of commitment, both to oneself through continuing education and to one's profession through involvement in provincial and national professional organizations. The results of a survey sent to 287 therapists are discussed in relation to a discussion of relevant literature. Results indicate that the respondents are quite involved in both areas with those between the ages of 26 and 40 being most involved in the professional associations. Personal satisfaction was the main reason for this involvement and time was the biggest deterrent to involvement. © 1986, Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). All rights reserved.