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Amy E Bodde1, Dong-Chul Seo, Georgia C Frey
1Department of Applied Health Science, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405, USA. weavera@indiana.edu
Health Promotion Practice
|March 30, 2011
Summary
Developing tailored physical activity education programs is crucial for adults with intellectual disabilities. This study successfully created an evidence-based program using formative and process evaluations to combat inactivity and chronic disease.
Area of Science:
- Health Education
- Disability Studies
- Public Health
Background:
- Adults with intellectual disabilities experience high rates of physical inactivity and associated chronic diseases.
- There is a need for health education programs specifically designed for this population.
- Existing programs often fail to address the unique needs and challenges faced by individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a physical activity education program for adults with intellectual disabilities.
- To adapt evidence-based educational strategies and curriculum content for this specific demographic.
- To ensure the program's feasibility, usability, and effectiveness through rigorous evaluation methods.
Main Methods:
- Employed formative evaluation, including literature reviews and stakeholder consultations, guided by the Theory of Planned Behavior.
- Conducted expert panel reviews, priority population assessments, pilot testing, and field testing of program materials.
- Utilized process evaluation and implementation fidelity assessments to refine the curriculum.
Main Results:
- The iterative development process, incorporating feedback from experts and the target population, led to a refined program.
- Field testing and process evaluation confirmed the program's suitability and potential for successful implementation.
- The final curriculum was developed based on comprehensive evaluation data.
Conclusions:
- The systematic application of formative and process evaluation strategies is effective in developing tailored health education interventions.
- The developed physical activity program shows promise for improving health outcomes in adults with intellectual disabilities.
- Further research should focus on large-scale implementation and long-term impact assessments.
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