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Feasibility of Using Q-Sort to Map Conditional Participation in Physical Activity in Adolescents With Autism Spectrum
Susann Arnell1,2, Kajsa Jerlinder3, Lars-Olov Lundqvist1
1Faculty of Medicine and Health, University Health Care Research Center, Örebro University, Örebro,Sweden.
Background:
Participation in physical activity among adolescents with autism is often conditional. However, there is a lack of methods for identifying these specific conditions. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to develop and investigate the feasibility of a Q-sort tool to map individual-specific conditions for participation in physical activity among adolescents with autism and to identify different viewpoints regarding conditions for such participation.
Method:
An exploratory mixed-methods design was employed to investigate the feasibility of using Q methodology and the Q-sort procedure to identify what individual-specific conditions are important for participation in physical activity for adolescents with autism.
Results:
The adolescents ranked the statements with varying levels of ease. Two viewpoints were identified: Autonomous participation without surprises and Enjoyment of activity in a safe social context.
Conclusion:
Q-sort is a feasible method for mapping conditions for participation, which can guide the development of tailored physical activity interventions.
