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Examining Ableism Through the Physical Activity Experiences of Blind and Visually Impaired Women.

Lindsey E BallJustin A Haegele
Published in: Journal of physical activity & health (2024)
The themes highlight the participants' experiences which were largely focused on being forced to navigate inaccessible environments which resulted in exhaustion and expressions of internalized ableism. These findings provide insight into what makes and does not make a physical activity space accessible and welcoming for blind and visually impaired adults.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • body mass index
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • sleep quality
  • type diabetes
  • depressive symptoms
  • adipose tissue
  • cervical cancer screening