Structuring Physical Activity for Children with Autism

Yılmaz, İlker; Ozboke, Caner; Yıldızer, Günay; Konukman, Ferman

doi:10.1080/07303084.2020.1696138

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“…In ASD, a dyadic nature or interactions with the peers, therapists or parents are the main requirement in many intervention studies such as peer-mediated and psycho-social interventions and therapies (Bishop-Fitzpatrick et al, 2014;Cambric & Agazzi, 2019;Chang & Locke, 2016). In addition to fact, that interventional studies improve cognitive, social, and motor functioning (Hodges et al, 2020) physical activity (PA) interventions improve body image, self-esteem, mood, communication and sensory regulation, while decreasing anxiety and problem behavior (Konukman et al, 2017;Yılmaz et al, 2020).…”

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The Aquatic WATSU® Therapy Program Improves the Quality of Life of an Adult Male with Autism Spectrum Disorder. A Case Report

Tufekcioglu

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Konukman

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Physical Culture and Sport. Studies and Research

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The purpose of this single case study was to investigate the effects of the WATSU training program (WTP) on 21 years old male with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This study used a high level of individual and structured interventions to improve the underperforming adaptive functioning areas like social and academic skills in ASD. The individualized intervention of WTP was completed in five days using critical verbal and bodily language, technical demonstration, taking turns, basic skills, and timely feedback in a social and sensory-isolated environment. The results were collected via in-training observation, semi-structured family and athletic trainer interviews to evaluate the participant’s condition before and after the WTP. The structured communication opportunities improved the sense of trust and played a prominent role in the development of the quality of life. The results indicated that WTP reduced repetitive movements, stress reactions, challenging behaviors, and improved communication skills. In addition, changing roles, positions, and transitions in WATSU training increased the participant’s resiliency in his life with more comfort. Finally, tactile-emotional quality afferents, warmth, and buoyancy of the water, altered and enriched proprioceptive and vestibular input, being safely cradled in the arms instructor were likely to be the other factors improving the underperforming areas including communication, repetitive movements, stress reactions and challenging behaviors.

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The Aquatic WATSU® Therapy Program Improves the Quality of Life of an Adult Male with Autism Spectrum Disorder. A Case Report

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Arslan²,

Konukman

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Planning and Pedagogical Considerations for Teaching Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder in Physical Education

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Around the world, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental condition. It is linked to a wide range of deficiencies across multiple domains, including restrictive and repetitive behaviors that impair interaction or engagement with others. School-aged children with ASD face challenges that make physical activity more difficult. To address challenges associated with ASD, physical education interventions need to be tailored to the child’s needs and abilities. Despite advances in research on children with ASD in physical education, adopting contemporary approaches is yet to be the norm. This review aimed to examine the literature on intervention models to improve the physical activity skills of children with ASD and to suggest practical considerations for delivering an effective physical education program and lessons. The recommendations provided in this review support teachers in applying strategies that maximize meaningful learning opportunities for children with ASD and use effective pedagogies that meet their needs.

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Structuring Physical Activity for Children with Autism

Cited by 2 publications

References 9 publications

The Aquatic WATSU® Therapy Program Improves the Quality of Life of an Adult Male with Autism Spectrum Disorder. A Case Report

The Aquatic WATSU® Therapy Program Improves the Quality of Life of an Adult Male with Autism Spectrum Disorder. A Case Report

Planning and Pedagogical Considerations for Teaching Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder in Physical Education

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