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SUBMITTER: Ketcheson L
PROVIDER: S-EPMC7812710 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Ketcheson Leah L Staples Kerri K Pitchford Edward Andrew EA Loetzner Franziska F
Journal of autism and developmental disorders 20210118 2
While there is wide consensus regarding the importance of early intervention, health is rarely considered within priorities. Twenty-five children on the autism spectrum (M<sub>age</sub> = 4.67, SD = 0.82) participated in a 12-week physical activity intervention. Primary objective was to examine impact of a physical activity intervention on physical activity, fitness and motor competence. Secondary objective was to examine associations between motor behavior and ASD symptoms. Ball skills (p < .00 ...[more]