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Santana CAS, Rosenbaum P, van der Kemp J, de Campos AC. Looking beyond Body Structure and Function: ICF Foci and Who Is Being Assessed in Research about Adolescents and Young Adults with Cerebral Palsy-A Scoping Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2024; 21:670. [PMID: 38928917 PMCID: PMC11203594 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph21060670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2024] [Revised: 05/12/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study is to summarize the ICF foci, looking beyond body structures and function, and to analyze who has been assessed in research about adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with CP in the phase of transition to adulthood. METHOD Medline, EMBASE, PsycINFO, and CINAHL databases were searched using terms related to cerebral palsy, adolescents/young adults, health development, participation, and independence. Studies including youth with CP (13-30 years old) published in English from 2014 to 2021 were considered. The methods of assessment reported in the included studies were used to identify the ICF foci and who was assessed. RESULTS In this study, 86 studies were reviewed. The main ICF foci are activity and participation (51% of the studies), personal factors (23%), ICF not covered (14%), ICF not defined (9%), with environmental factors being the least focused ICF component (3%). Most studies assessed AYAs directly (49% of studies). CONCLUSIONS Activity- and participation-related constructs are the leading research focus of studies, and more attention is needed concerning environmental factors. AYAs are the main source of information, and the perspectives of other key figures are also being valued. To bridge the gap between child and adult health care, a broader view of health development and approaches to explore AYA developmental issues must be taken.
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- Camila Araújo Santos Santana
- Physiotherapy Department, Child Development Analysis Laboratory (LADI), Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), São Carlos 13565-905, SP, Brazil;
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- CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON L8S 4L8, Canada
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- Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, UMC Utrecht Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht and De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, 3584 Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Physiotherapy Department, Child Development Analysis Laboratory (LADI), Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), São Carlos 13565-905, SP, Brazil;
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Giroux EE, Athanasopoulos P, Sweet SN, Gainforth HL. A case study of using community-based consensus methods to facilitate shared decision-making among a spinal cord injury network. FRONTIERS IN REHABILITATION SCIENCES 2024; 5:1335467. [PMID: 38434234 PMCID: PMC10904660 DOI: 10.3389/fresc.2024.1335467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Spinal cord injury (SCI) research and policy decisions are rarely made in partnership with people with SCI, making them less relevant, applicable, and used by those whom the decisions are intended to support. Across disciplines, consensus methods have been promoted as a viable solution for supporting shared research and policy-based decision-making. In this paper, we describe a partnered approach between academic researchers and the Ontario SCI Alliance, a non-profit, SCI community mobilization network to co-develop and co-disseminate a community-based consensus exercise. The community-based consensus exercise included two modified Delphi surveys and one in-person retreat. The partnership's goal with this exercise was to facilitate shared decision-making for the development of their upcoming strategic plan. We then interviewed partners and participants from the Delphi and in-person retreat to discuss successes, challenges, and lessons learned from the exercise. Survey 1 was disseminated to over 2,500 members of the Ontario SCI community and received 374 responses (276 coming from people with SCI). Survey 2 had 118 responses, with 87 coming from people with SCI. The retreat had 73 attendees, including people with SCI, family/friends of people with SCI, clinicians, researchers, and SCI community and research organization staff/volunteers. The retreat included a presentation of the survey results, a clinician/researcher panel, and externally-facilitated working groups. All survey responses and retreat materials were synthesized. Using the synthesized feedback, the Ontario SCI Alliance was able to implement several changes for the Ontario SCI community, including higher-quality primary care experiences (reduced wait times, more accessible examining rooms), the development of a wound care strategy with the Ontario government, and an advocacy campaign for public coverage for catheters and urinary care supplies. From the five interviews conducted, five themes were co-constructed regarding the successes, challenges, and lessons learned from the exercise: (1) Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility; (2) Partnership; (3) Design Considerations; (4) Transparency and Clarity in Communication; and (5) Sustainability. Findings from this community case study demonstrate the feasibility of conducting a community-level consensus exercise among an equity-deserving group while providing detailed guidance for how to ensure future research and policy-based decision-making is shared across diverse knowledge users.
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- Emily E. Giroux
- Centre for Health Behaviour Change, School of Health and Exercise Sciences, University of British Columbia Okanagan, Kelowna, BC, Canada
- International Collaboration on Repair Discoveries (ICORD), University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Public Policy and Government Relations, Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Centre for Health Behaviour Change, School of Health and Exercise Sciences, University of British Columbia Okanagan, Kelowna, BC, Canada
- International Collaboration on Repair Discoveries (ICORD), University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Lavenant P, Cacioppo M, Ansquer H, Guillaumont S, Houx L, Brochard S, Amedro P, Pons C. Participation in physical activity of adolescents with congenital heart disease. Child Care Health Dev 2023; 49:311-320. [PMID: 35996333 DOI: 10.1111/cch.13045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2021] [Revised: 07/12/2022] [Accepted: 08/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Participation in physical activity improves health in individuals with congenital heart disease. However, most do not sufficiently engage in physical activity. The aim of this study was to collect information regarding the experiences of adolescents with congenital heart disease who practiced physical activities. METHODS French adolescents aged 13-18 years, diagnosed with congenital heart disease, class I or II dyspnoea on the NYHA scale and authorized physical activity were interviewed individually about their physical activity experiences using a semi-structured format. The qualitative interview transcript data were analysed using a phenomenological approach; data analysis was performed independently by three researchers and merged at each step until saturation. RESULTS Eleven adolescents with congenital heart disease participated. Three main themes emerged: 'own representation', 'physical activity (PA) set-up' and 'environment'. Adolescents had a generally positive view of physical activity, which was associated with positive experiences. However, they reported that their physical condition limited PA, and they wished for adapted activities. The results revealed the importance of environmental factors, for example, within the social and school environments. The participants indicated that they appreciated the social interactions that PA afforded, but that integration into a group could be difficult, especially in school, with some participants describing feelings such as anxiety, frustration or guilt when they could not participate fully. PA facilitators included familial support. However, participants noted a lack of clear medical guidance to help them choose suitable activities based on their circumstances and personal preferences. They wished for the public to be better informed about congenital heart disease to reduce stigmatism. CONCLUSIONS This study provides valuable information for clinicians, physical educators and policy makers to help them promote physical activity and support adolescents and their families in understanding their own condition, maximizing their potential and in their choice of activities.
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- Department of Physical and Medical Rehabilitation, CHRU de Brest, Brest, France.,Department of Paediatric Physical and Medical Rehabilitation, FONDATION ILDYS, Brest, France.,Laboratory of Medical Information Processing, INSERM U1101, Brest, France
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- Paediatric and Congenital Cardiology Department, M3C Regional Reference CHD Centre, University Hospital, Montpellier, France.,Paediatric Cardiology and Rehabilitation Unit, St-Pierre Institute, Palavas-Les-Flots, France
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- Department of Physical and Medical Rehabilitation, CHRU de Brest, Brest, France.,Department of Paediatric Physical and Medical Rehabilitation, FONDATION ILDYS, Brest, France.,Laboratory of Medical Information Processing, INSERM U1101, Brest, France
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- Department of Physical and Medical Rehabilitation, CHRU de Brest, Brest, France.,Department of Paediatric Physical and Medical Rehabilitation, FONDATION ILDYS, Brest, France.,Laboratory of Medical Information Processing, INSERM U1101, Brest, France
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- Paediatric and Congenital Cardiology Department, M3C Regional Reference CHD Centre, University Hospital, Montpellier, France.,PhyMedExp, CNRS, INSERM, University of Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Physical and Medical Rehabilitation, CHRU de Brest, Brest, France.,Department of Paediatric Physical and Medical Rehabilitation, FONDATION ILDYS, Brest, France.,Laboratory of Medical Information Processing, INSERM U1101, Brest, France
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Shannon J, Legg D, Pritchard-Wiart L. Do Paediatric Physiotherapists Promote Community-Based Physical Activity for Children and Youth with Disabilities? A Mixed-Methods Study. Physiother Can 2021; 73:66-75. [PMID: 35110825 PMCID: PMC8774959 DOI: 10.3138/ptc-2019-0043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2023]
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Purpose: Although the importance of increased physical activity for children with disabilities is widely acknowledged, formal links between rehabilitation practitioners and community physical activity programmes are often lacking. The role of physiotherapists in the promotion of community physical activity is also often unclear. This study set out to describe the beliefs, knowledge, and practices of Canadian physiotherapists related to promoting community-based physical activity for children with disabilities. Method: We used a mixed-methods design: a survey of Canadian physiotherapists and qualitative focus group interviews with physiotherapists. Results: A total of 116 therapists participated in the survey. Of these, 80 (69.0%) considered the promotion of community-based physical activity programmes to be a physiotherapy role, and 89 (76.7%) recommended programmes to families. Therapists with less than 6 years of paediatric experience were less likely to recommend programmes to families (χ2 4 = 40.46, p < 0.001). Qualitative analysis resulted in three themes: (1) lack of clarity regarding the physiotherapy role, (2) "it's not easy" - challenges related to community-based physical activity promotion, and (3) one size does not fit all. Conclusions: Various factors shaped physiotherapists' ability to promote community physical activity, specifically their knowledge, practice setting expectations, and beliefs about their role. Concerted efforts to promote community-based physical activity may increase community capacity to support all children in physical activities.
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- Jessica Shannon
- Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton
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- Department of Health and Physical Education, Mount Royal University, Calgary, Alta
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Arfa S, Solvang PK, Berg B, Jahnsen R. Challenges and facilitators in supporting sustainable participation after rehabilitation: Experiences of immigrant parents and their children with disabilities. Scand J Occup Ther 2020; 29:631-644. [PMID: 33300814 DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2020.1856183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Children with immigrant backgrounds and disabilities have lower rates of social participation compared with their non-immigrant counterparts. However, rehabilitation programmes offer an opportunity to promote a physically active lifestyle and increase home and community participation of children with disabilities. OBJECTIVES By exploring immigrant families' experiences of participation and associated challenges and facilitators after rehabilitation, the study intended to contribute to the development of potential pathways in supporting sustainable community-based participation. METHODS The study used a qualitative approach with semi-structured interviews. RESULTS The costs and lack of information, necessary skills, and local activities were among the barriers that families experienced after the rehabilitation. Local and rehabilitation professionals were not always aware of or prepared to address the challenges faced by families trying to become physically active. Parents expressed their needs for support and continuation of services after rehabilitation for moving towards an active lifestyle. Participation patterns among children highlighted the potential role of support contacts as facilitators for participation in physical activities among the families. CONCLUSIONS Establishing an efficient collaboration between local and rehabilitation professionals with identifying potential future challenges, adjusting the interventions, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and providing supportive follow-up services may support sustainable community-based participation among immigrant families.
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- Shahrzad Arfa
- Research Department, Beitostølen Healthsports Center, Beitostølen, Norway.,Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Social Work, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Research Department, Beitostølen Healthsports Center, Beitostølen, Norway.,Department of Clinical Neurosciences for Children, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.,Research Center for Habilitation and Rehabilitation Models and Services, CHARM, Institute of Health and Society, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Natkunam T, Tristani L, Peers D, Fraser-Thomas J, Latimer-Cheung AE, Bassett-Gunter R. Using a think-aloud methodology to understand online physical activity information search experiences and preferences of parents of children and youth with disabilities. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2020; 33:1478-1488. [PMID: 32602211 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2019] [Revised: 05/19/2020] [Accepted: 06/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Internet is a preferred source of physical activity (PA) information. However, limited research exists regarding the experiences of parents of children and youth with disabilities (CYWD) in searching for PA programme information online. This research examined the experiences and preferences of parents of CYWD in searching for PA programme information online. METHOD Parents of CYWD (n = 10) participated in a think-aloud exercise while searching for PA programme information online. Following the think-aloud exercise, semi-structured interviews were used to further understand parents' experiences and preferences in searching for PA programme information online. RESULTS Parents identified key features that contributed to a positive online search experience. Additionally, parents noted challenges and resulting negative affect that was experienced. CONCLUSIONS This research can inform the development and dissemination of online PA programme information that is accessible and relevant to the preferences of parents of CYWD and can facilitate positive search experiences.
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- Tharsheka Natkunam
- School of Kinesiology and Health Science, Faculty of Health York University, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology and Health Science, Faculty of Health York University, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology and Health Science, Faculty of Health York University, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology and Health Studies, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology and Health Science, Faculty of Health York University, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Willis C, Nyquist A, Jahnsen R, Elliott C, Ullenhag A. Enabling physical activity participation for children and youth with disabilities following a goal-directed, family-centred intervention. RESEARCH IN DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2018; 77:30-39. [PMID: 29635224 DOI: 10.1016/j.ridd.2018.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2016] [Revised: 03/15/2018] [Accepted: 03/21/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is a paucity of research demonstrating the optimisation and maintenance of participation outcomes following physical activity interventions for children and youth with disabilities. AIM To evaluate changes in physical activity participation in children with disabilities following a goal-directed, family-centred intervention at a healthsports centre, and to identify factors influencing participation following the intervention. METHODS AND PROCEDURES A mixed methods pre-test post-test cohort design was applied. Recruitment occurred over a 12 month period during standard clinical service provision. The Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) was administered to children and parents pre (T1) and post-intervention (T2), and at 12 weeks follow-up (T3). Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) was applied to assess outcomes at 12 weeks follow-up (T2-T3). Qualitative inquiry described barriers to goal attainment at T3. OUTCOMES AND RESULTS Ninety two children with a range of disabilities (mean age 11.1yr; 49 males) were included in the study. Statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvements in parent ratings of COPM performance and satisfaction of participation goals were observed following intervention. Ratings at 12 weeks follow-up remained significantly higher than baseline, and 32% of children attained their COPM-derived GAS goal. Environmental factors were the most frequent barrier to goal attainment following intervention. CONCLUSION AND IMPLICATIONS These results provide preliminary evidence for goal-directed, family-centred interventions to optimise physical activity participation outcomes for children with disabilities.
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- Claire Willis
- School of Sport Science, Exercise and Health, The University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Hwy, Crawley, Perth, 6008, WA, Australia.
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- Beitostolen Healthsports Centre, Sentervegen 4, Beitostolen, 2953, Norway.
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- Beitostolen Healthsports Centre, Sentervegen 4, Beitostolen, 2953, Norway; Department of Clinical Neurosciences for Children, Oslo University Hospital, Kirkeveien 166, Oslo, 0450, Norway.
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- School of Occupational Therapy and Social Work, Curtin University, Kent St, Bentley, Perth, 6102, WA, Australia.
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- School of Health, Care and Social Welfare, Mälardalen University, Box 883, 721 23, Västeraas, Sweden.
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Gorter JW. Physical activity interventions for children and young people with cerebral palsy. Dev Med Child Neurol 2017; 59:990-991. [PMID: 28832995 DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.13550] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Jan Willem Gorter
- McMaster University - Pediatrics, CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Bassett-Gunter RL, Ruscitti RJ, Latimer-Cheung AE, Fraser-Thomas JL. Targeted physical activity messages for parents of children with disabilities: A qualitative investigation of parents' informational needs and preferences. RESEARCH IN DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2017; 64:37-46. [PMID: 28334638 DOI: 10.1016/j.ridd.2017.02.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2016] [Revised: 02/23/2017] [Accepted: 02/28/2017] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Physical activity (PA) has myriad benefits for children with disabilities (CWD). Information and messaging campaigns can promote PA among CWD. The overall purpose of the study was to gain an understanding of the development of PA information and messages targeting parents of CWD. The specific objectives were to identify parents' preferences regarding PA information and messaging content and preferred methods and sources of communication. METHOD Focus groups were conducted with parents of CWD (N=28). Qualitative data were collected and transcribed. Inductive content analyses were employed to identify key themes. RESULTS Three key thematic areas were identified: 1) Preferred content (e.g., targeted information, self-regulatory strategies, inclusive images), 2) Challenges (e.g., lack of information and language clarity), 3) Preferred sources (e.g., other parents, reliable organizations, central information hub). CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS Parents' needs and preferences regarding PA information could be incorporated into campaigns to enhance parent PA support and PA among CWD. Stakeholders (e.g., PA organizations, programs and practitioners) can employ these strategies in campaigns and resources targeting parents of CWD. Research is necessary to empirically develop and evaluate PA information and messaging campaigns targeting parents of CWD.
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- R L Bassett-Gunter
- School of Kinesiology and Health Science, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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- School of Kinesiology and Health Science, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology and Health Studies, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology and Health Science, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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