Engage with families to promote physical activity for people with autism
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Engage with families to promote physical activity for people with autism

Dave Atkinson Independent consultant nurse

People with autism spectrum conditions are known to experience increased rates of physical and mental health conditions. Evidence also shows that they are less likely to engage in recommended levels of physical activity that could have a protective influence on their health.

Learning Disability Practice. 22, 1, 10-10. doi: 10.7748/ldp.22.1.10.s7

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