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The Effects of Single Bouts of Physical Activity on Cognition in Adolescents and Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: A Systematic Review
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Ting-Yu Chueh; Jia-Hao Wu; Wei-Kang Hung; Cheng-Chen Pan; Chien-Chih Chou; Chung-Ju Huang; Chien-Ting Wu – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: Individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) typically exhibit cognitive deficits. While single bouts of physical activity (PA) have shown cognitive benefits in typically developing individuals, the effects on those with ID are unclear. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of single bouts of PA on cognition in…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Physical Activity Level, Program Effectiveness, Physical Activities
Understanding Capabilities, Opportunities, and Motivations of Walking for Physical Activity among Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: A Qualitative Theory-Based Study
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Sophie C. Westrop; Ailsa Niven; Craig Melville; Donna-Marie Speir; Arlene M. McGarty – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: This study aimed to apply the COM-B model to understand the capabilities, opportunities, and motivations for walking behaviour among adults with intellectual disabilities. Methods: A qualitative study was conducted with adults (= 18 years) with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities living in Greater Glasgow using one-to-one…
Descriptors: Adults, Physical Activities, Mild Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability
Effect of the Environmental Factor of Coexistence on the Physical Condition of People with Mild and Moderate Intellectual Disabilities
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Gutiérrez-Cruz, Carmen; del-Cuerpo, Indya; García-Ramos, Amador; Muñoz-López, Saray; Rubio-Cabeza, José; Roman-Espinaco, Andrés – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Background: The main objective of this study was to compare the physical condition of people with intellectual disabilities living in residential homes (RH; restricted residential environment) versus independent homes (IH; family houses while performing paid work). The effect of gender on physical condition was also evaluated separately for each…
Descriptors: Environmental Influences, Mild Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability, Residential Institutions
Weight Management in Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Two Dietary Approaches
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Ptomey, Lauren T.; Saunders, Richard R.; Saunders, Muriel; Washburn, Richard A.; Mayo, Matthew S.; Sullivan, Debra K.; Gibson, Cheryl A.; Goetz, Jeannine R.; Honas, Jeff J.; Willis, Erik A.; Danon, Jessica C.; Krebill, Ron; Donnelly, Joseph E. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2018
Background: The prevalence of obesity among individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) is equal to or greater than the general population. Methods: Overweight/obese adults (BMI =25 kg/m2) with mild-to-moderate intellectual and developmental disabilities were randomized to an enhanced stop light diet…
Descriptors: Body Weight, Adults, Developmental Disabilities, Randomized Controlled Trials
A Theory-Informed Qualitative Exploration of Social and Environmental Determinants of Physical Activity and Dietary Choices in Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities in Their Final Year of School
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Stevens, Gemma; Jahoda, Andrew; Matthews, Lynsay; Hankey, Catherine; Melville, Craig; Murray, Heather; Mitchell, Fiona – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2018
Background: The prevalence of obesity is higher in those with intellectual disabilities than the general population. The aim of the study was to understand the determinants of physical activity and dietary patterns in this population during their final year of school. Method: Qualitative data were generated from 10 interviews with adolescents with…
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Physical Activities, Food, Eating Habits