年間 4 号発行
ISSN 印刷: 0896-2960
ISSN オンライン: 2162-6553
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Understanding Repetitive Behaviors and the Use of Exercise as an Intervention for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and an Intellectual Disability
要約
Repetitive behaviors (RBs) are a primary characteristic of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). There are various ways of defining RBs, and a number of factors can influence the appearance of these behaviors. Repetitive behaviors are related to a decrease in adaptive functioning for people with ASD. Additionally, 31% of people with ASD are diagnosed with an intellectual disability (ID). Due to the rising prevalence, lifelong impairments, and increased complexity that accompany ID and the strain on caregivers/family members, it is important to assess potential RB interventions for adults with ASD and ID. Previously investigated interventions for RBs include pharmacological approaches, response blocking, response interruption and redirection, antecedent-based interventions, and sensory integration. Exercise as an intervention has been documented to reduce the number of RBs for people with ASD and improve on-task behavior. The available evidence suggests that the best exercise interventions for people with ASD are vigorous in intensity, aerobic (i.e., jogging), and individually focused. Overall, this review explores the current literature on RBs and how exercise has been implemented as an intervention for adults with ASD and ID.