Physical activity levels of children and adolescents with moderate-to-severe intellectual disability.

Marieke WoutersHeleen M EvenhuisThessa Irena Maria Hilgenkamp

Published in: Journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities : JARID (2018)

As more than half of the participants were not meeting the recommendations, family and caregivers of these children should focus on supporting and motivating them to explore and expand their physical activities.

Keyphrases

intellectual disability
physical activity
autism spectrum disorder
young adults
palliative care
high intensity
body mass index
early onset
mental health
clinical practice