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Examining the Association of Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Children with Developmental Disabilities

Creator:

Sheely, Hannah J.

Abstract:

Introduction: Physical activity (PA) is recommended for all individuals because of the benefits it provides to physical health, mental health, and overall quality of life (QoL). It is also recommended for children with developmental disabilities (DDs), which make up about 15% of all U.S. children ages 3-17 years. Previous studies...

Resource Type:

Honors College Thesis

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/Physical_Activity_Guidelines_2nd_edition.pdf Ulrich, D. A., Burghardt, A. R., Lloyd, M., Tiernan, C., & Hornyak, J. E. (2011). Physical
Parental Perceptions of Child's Experiences Participating in a Family Dog-Assisted Physical Activity Program for their Children with Developmental Disabilities

Creator:

Simpson, Amelia C.

Abstract:

Introduction: Parents provide an in-depth and unique perspective on their children with developmental disabilities (DDs) experiences and involvement in physical activity. Furthermore, family pets promote physical activity and quality of life in children with DDs. An imitation based physical activity program for children with DD and their family dog took...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

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, & Amazeen, 2015; Ulrich, Burghardt, Lloyd, Tiernan, & Hornyak, 2011 & Lewis, Krägeloh, & Shepherd, 2009