Journal article
Understanding Special Olympics Experiences from the Athlete Perspectives Using Photo‐Elicitation: A Qualitative Study
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Many individuals with intellectual disabilities experience challenges to participating in organized sport, despite its known benefits. The aim of this qualitative study was to understand the experiences of participating in sport (Special Olympics) from the perspectives of athletes with intellectual disabilities.
METHODS: Five participants (13-33 years of age) took part in a photo-elicitation project during a 1-month period.
Authors
Weiss JA; Riosa PB; Robinson S; Ryan S; Tint A; Viecili M; MacMullin JA; Shine R
Journal
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, Vol. 30, No. 5, pp. 936–945
Publisher
Wiley
Publication Date
9 2017
DOI
10.1111/jar.12287
ISSN
1360-2322