Title

Improving the participation of youth with physical disabilities in community activities : An interrupted time series design

Authors

Mary Law
Dana Anaby
Rachel Treplicki
Laura Turner
Christine Imms

Publication Date

2015

Publication Details

Law, M., Anaby, D., Treplicki, R., Turner, L. & Imms, C. (2015). Improving the participation of youth with physical disabilities in community activities : An interrupted time series design. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal,62(2), 105-115. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.1111/1440-1630.12177

Abstract

Background/aim

Youth with physical disabilities experience restrictions to participation in community-based leisure activities; however, there is little evidence about how to improve their involvement. This study examined whether an intervention to remove environmental barriers and develop strategies using a coaching approach improved youth participation in leisure activities.

Document Type

Journal Article

Access Rights

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