Browsing Health Sciences by Subject "Intellectual disability"
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Dietary intake practices of adults with intellectual disability in a controlled care centre environment
(North-West University, 2018)Background and aim: Globally, inadequate nutrition and consequently, obesity is highly prevalent among adults with intellectual disability. Overweight and obesity leads to an increased risk for the development of ... -
Effect of continuous aerobic vs interval training on selected functional fitness parameters of adults with intellectual disability and Down syndrome
(2015)Most individuals with intellectual disability (ID), including those with Down syndrome (DS), are overweight or obese and live a sedentary lifestyle. Non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, high total ... -
Teachers and primary caregivers' perceptions of recreational activities and social skills in children with Down Syndrome
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2021-04-04)Leisure and recreation are considered to be valuable contributors in the development of social skills, which finally improves well-being when maintained and have shown positive results among individuals with disabilities. ...
