Improving Social Skills of Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder Through Physical Activity, Sports, and Games: A Review of the Literature

Improving Social Skills of Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder Through Physical Activity, Sports, and Games: A Review of the Literature

Socialization skill deficiencies among adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can lead to depression, anxiety, aggression, and physical health problems. Clinical interventions must treat primary deficiencies and prevent secondary conditions. A treatment model emphasizing the integration of physi...

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Veröffentlicht in:Adultspan journal 2015-10, Vol.14 (2), p.100-113
1. Verfasser: Kunzi, Karl
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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adults
autism spectrum disorder
physical activity
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Zusammenfassung:Socialization skill deficiencies among adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can lead to depression, anxiety, aggression, and physical health problems. Clinical interventions must treat primary deficiencies and prevent secondary conditions. A treatment model emphasizing the integration of physical activity with social intervention strategies for adults with ASD is proposed.
ISSN:1524-6817
2161-0029
DOI:10.1002/adsp.12008