The goal is to find a sport that is best suited to each athlete, whether the athlete has sensory or socialization issues-or just needs a confidence-booster.
In a supportive environment, inclusive/team sports could help autistic people become more confident and help develop their social skills... relieve stress and reduce anxiety.
Participating in physical activity is shown to lower negative behaviours in children with autism and promote behaviours that are more positive. Frequent vigorous physical activity can improve self-stimulatory, hyperactivity and aggressive behaviours over time.
Participating in physical activity can provide opportunities to develop motor skills and better cardiovascular health. Children with autism are 40% more likely to develop a higher weight status than their typically developing peers.
Children with autism were most likely to report no sports activities. Only three participants said they participated in four or more activities in the last year.
Thanks so much for having me on your channel Dennis, it's a brilliant platform and I thoroughly enjoyed my time speaking with you!
very inspirational and informative. well done to both of you for taking the time to do this interview.
The goal is to find a sport that is best suited to each athlete, whether the athlete has sensory or socialization issues-or just needs a confidence-booster.
great interview.
This is really an informative talk.
In a supportive environment, inclusive/team sports could help autistic people become more confident and help develop their social skills... relieve stress and reduce anxiety.
This is well done interview and topic.
I agree, Dona.
Sports and Autism. There are numerous therapies dedicated to improve communication, cognitive and motor skills of children with autism.
the joint experience of development and success
Participating in physical activity is shown to lower negative behaviours in children with autism and promote behaviours that are more positive. Frequent vigorous physical activity can improve self-stimulatory, hyperactivity and aggressive behaviours over time.
The most common response was a preference for video games. Another reason reported was a lack of competitiveness.
Suggested Sports: Swimming, Bowling, Horseback Riding, Track and Field, Biking, Martial Arts, Gymnastics.
the effect that injury can have on an individual’s mental health.
Children with autism should not be robbed of the happiness and enjoyment that sports can bring in life.
And in social skills development can affect a child’s ability to form relationships, communicate appropriately, and understand social constructs.
This pin-point that person diagnosed with autism must be guided by the people surrounding him/her to find what is his greatest strength.
Participating in physical activity can provide opportunities to develop motor skills and better cardiovascular health. Children with autism are 40% more likely to develop a higher weight status than their typically developing peers.
promoting enjoyment
Children with autism were most likely to report no sports activities. Only three participants said they participated in four or more activities in the last year.
In the data, we also saw that children with autism may prefer sports activities that do not involve a coach.
The social nature of these sports may be demanding for a child with difficulties in the social domain, such as those with ASD.
sports matter for a lot of people.
Typically developing children were most likely to report participation in four or more activities in the least year.
Children with autism should not be robbed of the happiness and enjoyment that sports can bring in life.
promoting enjoyment