Developing, Generalizing, and Maintaining Physical Fitness in Mentally Retarded Adults: Toward a Self-Directed Program.

Coleman, R. Steven; Whitman, Thomas L.

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ERIC Number: EJ315435

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1984

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Developing, Generalizing, and Maintaining Physical Fitness in Mentally Retarded Adults: Toward a Self-Directed Program.

Coleman, R. Steven; Whitman, Thomas L.

Analysis and Intervention in Developmental Disabilities, v4 n2 p109-27 1984

A physical fitness program with external control and self-directed components resulted in marked changes in exercise behavior of 17 mildly to moderately retarded adults. Ss learned accurate self-monitoring and self-reinforcement procedures. (CL)

Descriptors: Adults, Mild Mental Retardation, Moderate Mental Retardation, Physical Fitness, Self Control, Self Evaluation (Individuals)

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Special Issue: Self-Management Tactics for the Developmentally Disabled.