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Investigation of Quality of Life for Families with Developmental Disabilities Participating in Regular Physical Activity

규칙적 신체활동에 참여하는 발달장애인 가족의 삶의 질 검증

  • Seung-Jun Choi (Department of Sport and Health Sciences, Kyungsung University)
  • 최승준 (경성대학교 스포츠건강학과)
  • Received : 2024.03.18
  • Accepted : 2024.04.08
  • Published : 2024.04.30

Abstract

Purpose: This study examined the perceived quality of life of families of individuals with developmental disabilities who regularly participate in physical activities. It also explored differences in the quality of family life based on variables such as family relationships, family income, gender, disability type, and age. Methods: A survey was administered to 69 family members of individuals with developmental disabilities who regularly participate in physical activities. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, independent samples t-test, and one-way analysis of variance. Results: The average overall quality of life for families of individuals with developmental disabilities who participate in continuous physical activities was 3.49. After analyzing each subtype, psychological health was found to be 3.91, the burden for people with developmental disabilities was 2.75, community participation was 3.76, cohesion was 3.83, and openness was 3.49. No statistically significant differences were found in family relationships or family classes, disability type, age, or gender of the individuals with developmental disabilities across the variables. Conclusion: When planning service development and support to improve the quality of life for families of individuals with developmental disabilities, it is necessary to develop systematic programs at the family level rather than providing support based on various variables.

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