| An initial evaluation of a long-term, sustainable, integrated community-based physical activity program for adults with intellectual disability. | |
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PMID: 21843034 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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Abstract Background Physical activity (PA) programs for adults with intellectual disability (ID) have positive impacts, at least in the short term. No research has been reported on the effect of long-term engagement in PA programs for adults with ID. This paper explores the physical and psychosocial benefits gained by two individuals with mild ID who participated in a long-term PA program. Method Accelerometery was used to collect PA data during the program and for 7-day periods outside of the program. To explore the psychosocial outcomes gained from participating in the program, participants and their caregivers were interviewed about their participation experiences. Results Across time, a decrease in the amount of light activity engaged in during sessions was found, with participants gradually increasing their moderate to vigorous activity. Psychosocial benefits, including meeting new people and gaining social acknowledgement were reported by participants and caregivers. Conclusions Long-term, sustainable, low cost PA programs (such as the one under investigation) can minimise barriers to physical activity for people with ID. |
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Kerrie A Lante; Jeff W Walkley; Merrilyn Gamble; Maria V Vassos |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: Journal of intellectual & developmental disability Volume: 36 ISSN: 1469-9532 ISO Abbreviation: J Intellect Dev Disabil Publication Date: 2011 Sep |
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Created Date: 2011-08-16 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 9610837 Medline TA: J Intellect Dev Disabil Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 197-206 Citation Subset: IM |
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RMIT University , Melbourne, Victoria , Australia. |
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