Study protocol: a randomized controlled trial study on the effect of a game-based exercise training program on promoting physical fitness and mental health in children with autism spectrum disorder

Study protocol: a randomized controlled trial study on the effect of a game-based exercise training program on promoting physical fitness and mental health in children with autism spectrum disorder

Abstract Background Suboptimal physical activity levels and tolerance, poor motor skills and poor physical health are demonstrated in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We speculate that social interaction and communication deficits in children with ASD are two major factors that hinder t...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Clare C. W. Yu, Simpson W. L. Wong, Farica S. F. Lo, Raymond C. H. So, Dorothy F. Y. Chan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-02-01
Series:BMC Psychiatry
Subjects:
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Game-based learning
aerobic exercise
Physical health
Psychological well-being
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12888-018-1635-9

Internet

http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12888-018-1635-9

Similar Items