A Pilot Intervention To Promote Physical Activity Participation Among Youth With Cerebral Palsy: Action Research, Karin Kleinhans Dr

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

Introduction Physical activity (PA) is important for health and well-being, yet youth with cerebral palsy (CP) in South Africa encounter structural, sociocultural, and psychological barriers that hinder participation. To ensure they can experience the benefits of PA, effective, feasible, and acceptable interventions are needed. This study piloted a psycho-educational behaviour change protocol to assess its feasibility and acceptability in promoting active lifestyles.

Methodology An 18-week, non-randomised trial was conducted with five participants (ages 15–24), with GMFCS levels I, III, and IV, including youth who use assistive technology. Participants tracked their PA using activity monitors and self-reported diaries. Semi-structured interviews explored …

Forging Paths: Understanding Outdoor Play For Children With Disabilities In Early Childhood., Alessia M. Capone, Maeghan E. James, Louise De Lannoy, Kelly Arbour-Nicitopoulos, Mark S. Tremblay

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

Outdoor active play during early childhood supports healthy child development and is a fundamental right for all children. Childcare centres are one of the first opportunities for participation in active play among children with and without disabilities, presenting a potential space for inclusive outdoor active play to occur. Children with disabilities (CWD) face many barriers to participation resulting in exclusion within the childcare setting, especially when outdoors. To promote and sustain outdoor active play during early childhood for all children, this project aimed to understand parent and early childhood educator perspectives of barriers and facilitators to outdoor active play for …

The Impact Of A Self-Advocacy Physical Activity Training Program In Children With Visual Impairment, Lauren J. Lieberman, Ruth Childs, Ali Brian, Pamela Beach

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

Self-advocacy refers to the ability of an individual to efficiently understand and express their rights and needs (Holzberg et al., 2019). Thus, the purpose of this study was to examine the effects of a targeted self-advocacy program on children with visual impairments. The Physical Activity Self-Advocacy Inventory for Adolescents with and without Disabilities was used. The intervention occurred within two week long overnight sports camps for children and youth with visual impairments. A systematic self-advocacy intervention was implemented throughout the week by self-advocacy experts. The participants were given the PASAI before and after the camp to assess their perceived competence …

Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study Assessing Fundamental Motor And Gaa Specific Motor Skills In Irish Primary-School Aged Autistic Children, Edel Ryan Ms, Dean Mcdonnell Dr, Sean Healy Dr, Rhodri Lloyd Dr, Sharon Kinsella Dr

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Introduction: This study aimed to assess fundamental movement skills (FMS) and Gaelic games (GG) specific motor skills of Irish primary-aged autistic children. GG refers to the traditional sports played in Ireland, specifically Gaelic Football, Hurling and Camogie, in this context. Deficits in FMS are a significant barrier to physical activity participation for this population (Okkenhaug et al. 2024).

Methods: Thirteen autistic children (9 boys and 4 girls, aged 7.92 ± 1.55 yrs) participated in this study. Each child completed the Test of Gross Motor Development (TGMD-3) and a newly developed GG motor skill assessment. The GG assessment was designed similarly …

Comparative Study Of Inclusive Local Sports Clubs: Ecosystem Analysis Of Sapporo And Berlin, Tomoyasu Yasui, Ai Senga, Rihito Yamamoto, Gudrun Doll-Tepper

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Background/Aim:

After ratifying the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Germany and Japan were required to increase participation opportunities in inclusive sports and physical activities. Since the critical report by the UN Committee to Germany and Japan, inclusive education has progressed in both countries. The aim of this study was to clarify the differences and commonalities between the two countries through an ecosystem analysis of inclusive sports clubs in Sapporo and Berlin.

Methods:

Inclusive sports clubs in Berlin (the capital of Germany) and Sapporo (the capital of Hokkaido) were analyzed and compared using ecosystem analysis. The materials …

Can Sport Counteract Social Isolation? The Opportunity Of Innovative Sports Programs For People With Intellectual Disabilities, Sina Eghbalpour, Liane Prof. Dr. Schirra-Weirich

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Introduction Organized sport offers numerous opportunities to positively influence the participation of people with disabilities in social life.

The political mandate to improve the participation of people with disabilities in sport has increased significantly, particularly with the adoption of the UN Convention (Article 30, UN CRPD). The question arises: “How can the participation opportunities of people with disabilities in sports clubs be improved?”

Methodology The quantitative research method is used to survey the individually perceived needs of people with disabilities. A barrier-free instrument (questionnaire) was developed together with an institution for the disabled experts in simple language. The perspectives of …

Peer-Led Sport Socialization Intervention Programme On Adaptive Behavior Functioning Amongst Children With Intellectual Disability In Kakamega County Kenya, Roselyne Ajwang Odiango Dr

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Peer-Led Sport Socialization Intervention Programme on adaptive behavior functioning Amongst Children with Intellectual Disability in Kakamega County Kenya

Thematic area:”Inclusivizing our world”.

Roselyne Odiango¹ , [email protected] ,Mob:+254725300432 Peter Bukhala^2, ,[email protected],Mob: +254719375170

Department of Health Promotion and Sport Science

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

Corresponding author:Roselyne Odiango Email:[email protected] ,mobile:+254725300432

Abstract

Introduction: The purpose of this study was to compare pro-social skills of adaptive behavior functioning levels of children with ID before and after the sport socialization intervention programme in Kakamega County, Kenya. Methodology: This Study used Single Subject Research Design (SSRD) replicated across 8 subjects. …

Attitudes And Intentions Of Mothers Of Autistic Children Toward Yoga: A Qualitative Study Through The Lens Of The Theory Of Planned Behavior, Gayatri Swarup, Susan Andreae, Kristen Pickett, Luis Columna

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Introduction: Mothers of autistic children face physiological and psychological health concerns (Li et al., 2022; Lovell et al., 2021). While yoga may improve physical and emotional well-being in parents of children with disabilities (Özdemir & Karadağ, 2024), research on yoga programs specifically designed for mothers of autistic children remains limited. To develop effective yoga interventions that promote health and well-being of mothers of autistic children, it is essential to understand their perspectives on yoga and the factors influencing their participation. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the attitudes and intentions of mothers of autistic children toward yoga participation.

Methodology …

Investigation Of The Relationship Between Functional Movement Screen And Postural Stability And Stability Limits In Deaf And Hard-Of-Hearing Individuals, Pelin Aksen, Lauren Lieberman, Pamela Beach, Melanie Perreault, Sean Flanagan

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

The aim of the study was to examine the relationship between Functional Movement Screening (FMS) and postural stability (PS) and stability limits (SL) of Deaf individuals. 32 male and female participants (28.73±7.61 years) studying at Rochester Institute of Technology National Technical Institute for the Deaf, hard-of-hearing and Deaf Individuals participated in the research. Body mass index (BMI), FMS analysis using the FMS Test kit, PS and SL of the participants were evaluated using the Biodex balance device. As a result of Pearson correlation analysis, BMI showed a significant correlation with FMS Total score (r=−0.63, p

Key words: Deaf, Functional Movement …

Thirty Years Of Applied Physical Activity At The Faculty Of Physical Education And Sport Of Charles University In Prague Czech Republic, Ilona Pavlová

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Aims: The aim of this poster is to chronologically describe the past thirty years of the field of Applied Physical Activity at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport of Charles University in Prague and to place the emergence of the field in its historical context.

Method: The research method used was historical with the application of methods and techniques inherent to historiography, especially the analysis of historical sources and the use of auxiliary historical sciences and archives, including those that archive documents from research or materials from the field of applied physical education at Charles University.

In this theoretical …

Evaluating The Impact Of The 'I Can' Health And Wellbeing Programme On Adults Who Are Blind And Vision Impaired., Áine Stanley

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

Introduction

The ‘I Can’ Programme is a six-week remote health and well-being initiative developed by Vision Sports Ireland to support adults who are blind and vision impaired (BVI) in improving physical activity, diet, sleep, and stress management. BVI individuals face significant barriers to physical activity, contributing to lower participation rates and poorer health outcomes. This evaluation examines the programme’s impact on lifestyle behaviour changes and long-term habit sustainability. By assessing physical activity levels, well-being, and engagement, the study provides insights into accessible, evidence-based interventions that empower BVI individuals to lead healthier, more active lives.

Method

The ‘I Can’ Programme evaluation …

Effects Of A School-Based Physical Activity Intervention On Physical Activity And Physical Fitness In Children And Adolescents With Disabilities: A Pre-Post Study, Mengyao Wang

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

Introduction Physical activity (PA) is essential for the health and well-being of children and adolescents with disabilities (Carty et al., 2021), who typically engage in lower levels of PA than their neurotypical peers (Martin Ginis et al., 2021). This study examined the effects of a school-based PA intervention on PA and physical fitness in children and adolescents with physical disabilities (PDs) and intellectual disabilities (IDs).

Methodology A school-based PA intervention, consisting of (un)structured PA, teacher training, and parental involvement, was conducted with 100 children and adolescents with disabilities from five special schools in Hong Kong (mean age: 12.4 …

Differences In Physical Activity Levels And Adiposity Among Children With Special Educational Needs: Disparities In Gender And Sen Type, Min Yang

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

Introduction Children with special educational needs (SEN) encounter significant challenges in participating in physical activity (PA) and are experiencing rising obesity rates (Liang et al., 2020; Poon et al., 2023). This cross-sectional study aimed at exploring differences in PA levels and adiposity among children based on gender and SEN types, providing insights for tailored interventions.

Methodology The cross-sectional study involved 134 school-aged children (mean age: 8.9 ± 1.4 years; 83.6% boys) from eight mainstream primary schools. The wrist-worn ActiGraph GT9X accelerometers assessed the PA levels. Adiposity indicators (body mass index and body fat percentage) were measured by …

Beyond Just Moving - Cognitively Engaging Physical Activity Enhances Inhibitory Control In Children With Adhd: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial, Ruiyuan Tao, Cindy Hui-Ping Sit Prof., Andy Chia-Liang Tsai Prof., Wendy Yajun Huang Prof., Stephen Heung-Sang Wong Prof., Parco Ming-Fai Siu Prof., Savio Wai-Ho Wong Prof., Jie Feng Dr., Sima Dastamooz Dr., Chang Liu Dr.

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Understanding The Physical Activity Patterns Of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder In China, Zichao Zhang, Yuemei Lu, Chenjun Zong, Zhihui Li, Xiaozan Wang

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Introduction

Physical activity plays a crucial role in the growth and development of children. However, existing literature has shown that children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) generally participate in physical activities less frequently. 18% of boys with ASD fail to achieve 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) on any given day throughout the week. However, there is a relative scarcity of the related research in China. This study seeks to investigate the physical activity patterns of children with ASD in China.

Methodology

A total of 63 ASD families participated in this study. Children's physical activity patterns were assessed using …

Weekdays And Weekends Do Not Contribute Equally: Uncovering The Association Between Physical Activity And Adiposity Among Children With Special Educational Needs In Hong Kong, Jie Feng Dr., Cindy Hui-Ping Sit Prof., Stephen Heung-Sang Wong Prof., Wendy Yajun Huang Dr., Martin Chi-Sang Wong Prof., Raymond Kim-Wai Sum Prof., Catherine Carty Ms., Judy Ka-Wai Kong Ms., Jinghao Sui Mr.

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Introduction The weight status disparity in children with special educational needs (SEN) is associated with physical activity (PA) (Jebeile et al., 2022; Lister et al., 2023), which can vary between weekdays and weekends among school-aged children but remains underexplored (Brazendale et al., 2021). This study explored the association between PA during weekdays versus weekends and adiposity among children with SEN in Hong Kong.

Methodology A sample of 157 school-aged children with SEN (mean age: 8.7 ± 1.4 years; 82.2% boys) participated in this cross-sectional study. Wrist-worn ActiGraph GT9X accelerometers were used to measure PA, …

The Foundations Of International Taxation: Knocked From Post To Pillars, Yariv Brauner

Akron Law Review

After a century of convergence and consolidation, the international tax regime is at a crossroads. A recent program promoted by the OECD, known as the two pillars program, departs in many ways from long standing norms of the regime. But the OECD and many states insist that the foundations of the regime have not changed, portraying the two pillars as a negotiated, pragmatic compromise that responds mainly to the challenges that the digital economy presented to the old rules. This article rejects this portrayal, arguing that the program is far from being a balanced or a truly negotiated compromise between …

The Status Of Fluoridation

West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin

The future of community water fluoridation is uncertain amid legal action and federal leadership changes. Fluoridation is still recommended by the federal government, with new research following those recommendations affirming previous findings of safety and efficacy, however dentists remain central to public education and advocacy. A link to updated resources from the MDA is included.

Clinical Corner: Pearls From Local Dentists

West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin

"Clinical Corner" is a section of the WMDDS Bulletin where local dentists share clinical pearls for fellow practitioners.

Topics for this inaugural edition include correcting deep bites, troubleshooting implant complications, and an option for improving extractions.

Wmdds Bulletin Spring 2025

West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin

In the Spring 2025 issue, the reader will find the following feature articles:

• Advocacy Avenue: "The Status of Fluoridation"
• "WMDDS at the MDA Annual Session"
• "The Shrinking Stack: A Shift Toward Digital in Dental Publications"
• A NEW and highly requested section, Clinical Corner! Each Bulletin will feature 2-4 pearls of clinical wisdom from local dentists and specialists.

Also included are your monthly tripartite update, news from West Michigan counties, the President's Message and Editor's Letter.

The Phoenix Takes Flight: The Importance Of Trauma-Informed Positive Education, Kathleen Turner Ledgerwood

Feminist Pedagogy

Since the pandemic, trauma has touched almost everyone. Pervasive illness, death, and isolation affected us in ways we have not paused to process. Many students were young and particularly affected by the pandemic. The rise in mental health concerns has made it more imperative to address mental health within our pedagogy. This article will outline strategies for helping to manage mental health within our pedagogy in order to better help everyone using an approach that aligns with trauma-informed and positive psychology pedagogical practices. Our future is one of compassionate, caring, trauma-informed work that bolsters the well-being of our students.

Exploring Dimensions Of Crystallized Identities, Candice L. Ruh

Feminist Pedagogy

For college students, learning about the components of identity can generate deeper knowledge about how personal and social identities differ, and how identities influence the way individuals experience socio-cultural systems and structures. The Exploring Dimensions of Crystallized Identities activity uses principles of self-reflexivity and dialogue to explore theoretical frameworks for practical application. This experiential activity is a facilitated dialogue driven by student involvement and is best suited for students in mid- to upper-level undergraduate courses. It encourages students to reflect on their and others’ identities, and to consider the social impacts of diversity in their lives.

Creating And Re-Energizing Communities Of Meaning Throughout A Course, Nancy A. Heise, Anum Ahmed

Feminist Pedagogy

We propose a feminist course approach wherein instructors build what Amie Macdonald (2002) called "communities of meaning" in their classrooms (p.120). Through an intentional focus on supporting students' 1) individual identities, 2) holistic well-being, and 3) epistemic "buy-in" to classroom content, students will connect more deeply not only to themselves and their classmates, but also to the course material. We suggest four community-building touchpoints as a starting point for instructors looking to integrate this course approach. We start with an activity to lessen awkwardness around first-day name pronunciation. We emphasize the importance of creating collaborative classroom expectations with students, and …

Gateways And Pathways Within Para Sport In Ireland; The Perspectives Of Athletes, Alan Dineen Mr, Phil Kearney Dr, Elaine Murtagh Prof, Frank Nugent Dr, Ian Sherwin Dr, Brian Hughes Mr, Sean Healy

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

Background: This study explored the experiences of Para sport athletes in Ireland, focusing on factors that may enhance recruitment, retention, and their overall sporting experience.

Methods: A mixed-methods design was used including semi-structured interviews (n =21) and a survey (n=75). An inductive–deductive approach was applied to qualitative data. Descriptives statistics were computed for quantitative data. Integration of data types was achieved via joint display tables.

Results: Participants (60% male, m^age = 30.6) represented 15 Para sports. Regarding entry into Para sport, athletes were most commonly introduced via rehabilitation/physio programmes, National Governing Bodies (NGB), or family and …

Qualitative Exploration Of Applied Sport Psychology Practices In Deaflympic Sports, Alon Markov-Glazer, Rainer Schliermann

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

Introduction Athletes competing in elite Deaf sports, known as Deaflympic sports, display unique sociocultural characteristics (Clark & Mesch, 2018). Yet, sport psychology research has largely overlooked this group of athletes for decades (Markov-Glazer et al., 2023). This study therefore aimed to examine sport psychology practices in Deaflympic sport, focusing on identifying distinctive characteristics, needs, and preferences of this athlete group.

Methodology To achieve this goal, six in-depth focus group interviews were conducted with 23 active Deaflympic athletes (26.1% female) and four coaches from individual sports (e.g., tennis) and team sports (e.g., handball). Participants discussed their use of psychological skills and …

Chances And Challenges For Physical Activity In Adolescents And Young Adults With Hemophilia, Tabea Nauschuetz, Ulrich Theobald

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Introduction

Hemophilia is a congenital coagulation disorder that typically affects men. Due to reduced activity of coagulation factor, people with hemophilia (pwh) have an increased tendency to bleed. Thanks to modern treatment, pwh can lead a normal everyday life; nevertheless, pwh are still dependent on a regular substitution of coagulation factor. Traditionally, pwh have been advised to avoid physical activity (pa) altogether due to the risk of bleeding events. However, it has been shown that sport can have a positive effect on physical and mental health (Von Mackensen et al., 2016). This study focuses on needs and barriers of young …

Parasport Development Model, Mariana Simões Pimentel Gomes, Ciro Winckler, Elke Lima Trigo

International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity and International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment and Deafblindness

The sports development of people with disabilities (PwD) presents unique challenges that must be considered to ensure a sustainable athletic pathway. The Brazilian Parasport Development Model (PSDM) was designed to structure and guide Parasports trajectories. This study aims to present and discuss the PSDM’s framework. Methodologically, the model’s development was based on a comparative analysis of international frameworks. The PSDM structures an athlete’s pathway into two distinct models: one for individuals with congenital disabilities and another for those with acquired disabilities. Both models incorporate pathways for participation-based parasport and high-performance parasport. The congenital model consists of eight stages: Initial Stimulation, …

The Existential Nature Of Touch Exchange For Blind People As A Bridge To Confidence And Participation In Physical Activities. A Qualitative Preparatory Study Using Reflexive Thematic Analysis, Mathias Alberton

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Title of the submission

The existential nature of touch exchange for blind people as a bridge to confidence and participation in physical activities. A qualitative preparatory study using Reflexive Thematic Analysis.

Introduction

Lack of full proprioception in visually impaired and blind people (VI) negatively affects their lifestyle and, in combination with structural and societal barriers, lead to low participation in physical activities (Alcaraz-Rodríguez et al., 2021; Lieberman et al., 2018), deemed to build confidence and social interaction with further benefit to their phycological well-being (Elsman et al., 2018; Ilhan et al., 2020). Being confident in touching and being touched by …

Contributions Of Sport To Venezuelan Refugees With Disabilities, Vinicius Denardin Cardoso, Rafaele Rodrigues Bastilha, Alyne Tavares Honorato, Allana Lithicia Oliveira Camilo

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Introduction

The practice of sports has a fundamental role in guaranteeing the rights to health and citizenship, being considered an inalienable human right for every human being and through it, it is possible to bring people together, break barriers and impositions that can limit the access of people with disabilities to the rights that are guaranteed to them. Recently, the severe humanitarian and economic crisis in Venezuela has caused many citizens of that country to migrate to Brazil, including citizens with disabilities. Considering sports as a right of every human being, the objective of this study is to describe the …

An Intersectional Examination Of Blind And Visually Impaired Women's Physical Activity Experiences, Lindsay E. Ball Phd

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An Intersectional Examination of Blind and Visually Impaired Women’s Physical Activity Experiences

Introduction Largely, existing research examining the physical activity behaviours of blind adults have been survey studies (Haegele et al., 2016; Haegele et al., 2017; Haegele & Zhu, 2021; 2022; Jaarsma et al., 2014; Shaw et al., 2012; Starkoff et al., 2017), leaving a rich description of their physical activity experiences unexplored. According to Seale (2012), it is important to study the lived experience of individuals who identify as being a woman and having a disability to investigate how their multiple and multiplicative positions lead to possible oppression and …