Improving Social Skills of Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder Through Physical Activity,Sports, and Games: A Review of the Literature |
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| Authors: | Karl Kunzi |
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| Affiliation: | Department of Counseling and Addiction StudiesUniversity of Detroit Mercy |
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| Abstract: | 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. |
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| Keywords: | autism spectrum disorder adults physical activity |
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