The effects of COVID-19 restrictions on physical activity and mental health of children and young adults with physical and/or intellectual disabilities.

ABSTRACT:

Background

COVID-19 has caused unprecedented restrictions, significantly affecting the most vulnerable groups in society, such as those with a disability.

Objective

The aim of the study was to investigate the effects of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions on physical activity and mental health of children and young adults with physical and/or intellectual disabilities.

Methods

The study was a cross-sectional design. Parents/carers completed an electronic survey in the UK between June-July 2020 on behalf of their child. Through Likert scales and free-text questions, the survey asked about physical activity levels and mental health during lockdown compared to before, access to specialist facilities and equipment to aid with physical activity, and the short- and long-term con

SUBMITTER: Theis N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7825978 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature