A1 Refereed original research article in a scientific journal
"WOT" Do We Know and Do About Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents With Disabilities? A SWOT-Oriented Synthesis of Para Report Cards
Authors: Hutzler Yeshayahu, Barak Sharon, Aubert Salome, Arbour-Nicitopoulos Kelly, Tesler Riki, Sit Cindy, Santos Silva Diego Augusto, Asunta Piritta, Pozeriene Jurate, Lopez-Gil Jose Francisco, Ng Kwok
Publisher: HUMAN KINETICS PUBL INC
Publication year: 2023
Journal: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly
Journal name in source: ADAPTED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY QUARTERLY
Journal acronym: ADAPT PHYS ACT Q
Number of pages: 25
ISSN: 0736-5829
eISSN: 1543-2777
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1123/apaq.2022-0123
Web address : https://doi.org/10.1123/apaq.2022-0123
Abstract
The purpose was to synthesize information gathered from the interpretation and conclusion sections of the Global Matrix of Para Report Cards on the physical activity of children and adolescents with disabilities. The synthesis was based on the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats framework. The procedure consisted of three stages: (a) the application of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health as the theoretical framework; (b) identifying and aligning Global Matrix indicators and benchmarks with the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health components through a Delphi approach; and (c) using content analysis to identify themes from specific report cards. Outcomes reveal that further attention toward including children and adolescents with disabilities in fitness assessments is needed as well as adapted assessment methods. Program availability, equipment and facilities, and professional training emerged as strengths but need further development to overcome weaknesses. Paralympic inspiration was an opportunity, whereas extreme weather conditions presented potential threats to physical activity participation among children and adolescents with disabilities.
The purpose was to synthesize information gathered from the interpretation and conclusion sections of the Global Matrix of Para Report Cards on the physical activity of children and adolescents with disabilities. The synthesis was based on the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats framework. The procedure consisted of three stages: (a) the application of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health as the theoretical framework; (b) identifying and aligning Global Matrix indicators and benchmarks with the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health components through a Delphi approach; and (c) using content analysis to identify themes from specific report cards. Outcomes reveal that further attention toward including children and adolescents with disabilities in fitness assessments is needed as well as adapted assessment methods. Program availability, equipment and facilities, and professional training emerged as strengths but need further development to overcome weaknesses. Paralympic inspiration was an opportunity, whereas extreme weather conditions presented potential threats to physical activity participation among children and adolescents with disabilities.
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