Effectiveness of physical activity on repetitive behaviors and independence in autistic adults: A systematic review / Hope HACKER ; Kaleigh MAGNANT ; Camila SALAZAR ; Kayla KUBENKA ; Lillian CATES ; Alison HANSEN ; Karen RATCLIFF ; Claudia HILTON in Research in Autism, 126 (August 2025)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism > 126 (August 2025) . - p.202641 Titre : Effectiveness of physical activity on repetitive behaviors and independence in autistic adults: A systematic review Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Hope HACKER, Auteur ; Kaleigh MAGNANT, Auteur ; Camila SALAZAR, Auteur ; Kayla KUBENKA, Auteur ; Lillian CATES, Auteur ; Alison HANSEN, Auteur ; Karen RATCLIFF, Auteur ; Claudia HILTON, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.202641 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Physical activity  Repetitive behaviors  Independence  Participation  Activities of daily living  Autonomy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Importance A higher frequency of disruptive repetitive behaviors is associated with a decrease in independence, lowering the quality of life among autistic adults. Objective Summarize existing literature examining the effectiveness of physical activity on disruptive repetitive behaviors and decreased independence in autistic adults. Data sources Review registered in PROSPERO (ID: CRD42023448585). Databases searched on July 11th, 2023, included Medline, CINAHL, PsycInfo, and Scopus. Study selection and data collection Guidelines from the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses were used for data abstraction. Peer-reviewed articles published globally were evaluated. Nine met the inclusion criteria. Studies completed with autistic children were excluded due to the recent systematic reviews that have been conducted on this topic. A total of 469 participants were assessed. Risk-of-bias assessments were performed. Studies were divided by outcome, repetitive behaviors, and independence. Findings Participation in moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity was shown to reduce repetitive behaviors and increase independence in activities of daily living or an autonomous completion of routines. Small sample size, challenges recruiting adult participants, and lack of consistency in the studies limited the strength of the findings. Conclusions and relevance Results from this systematic review provide moderate evidence to support the use of physical activity in reducing repetitive behaviors and increasing independence in autistic adults. Physical activity interventions at a moderate to vigorous intensity for at least 20 min, twice a week is a treatment option to consider targeting these outcomes. What this article adds Provides information helpful in determining the usefulness of physical activity as an intervention for autistic adults. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2025.202641 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=565 [article] Effectiveness of physical activity on repetitive behaviors and independence in autistic adults: A systematic review [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Hope HACKER, Auteur ; Kaleigh MAGNANT, Auteur ; Camila SALAZAR, Auteur ; Kayla KUBENKA, Auteur ; Lillian CATES, Auteur ; Alison HANSEN, Auteur ; Karen RATCLIFF, Auteur ; Claudia HILTON, Auteur . - p.202641. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism > 126 (August 2025) . - p.202641 Mots-clés : Physical activity  Repetitive behaviors  Independence  Participation  Activities of daily living  Autonomy Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Importance A higher frequency of disruptive repetitive behaviors is associated with a decrease in independence, lowering the quality of life among autistic adults. Objective Summarize existing literature examining the effectiveness of physical activity on disruptive repetitive behaviors and decreased independence in autistic adults. Data sources Review registered in PROSPERO (ID: CRD42023448585). Databases searched on July 11th, 2023, included Medline, CINAHL, PsycInfo, and Scopus. Study selection and data collection Guidelines from the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses were used for data abstraction. Peer-reviewed articles published globally were evaluated. Nine met the inclusion criteria. Studies completed with autistic children were excluded due to the recent systematic reviews that have been conducted on this topic. A total of 469 participants were assessed. Risk-of-bias assessments were performed. Studies were divided by outcome, repetitive behaviors, and independence. Findings Participation in moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity was shown to reduce repetitive behaviors and increase independence in activities of daily living or an autonomous completion of routines. Small sample size, challenges recruiting adult participants, and lack of consistency in the studies limited the strength of the findings. Conclusions and relevance Results from this systematic review provide moderate evidence to support the use of physical activity in reducing repetitive behaviors and increasing independence in autistic adults. Physical activity interventions at a moderate to vigorous intensity for at least 20 min, twice a week is a treatment option to consider targeting these outcomes. What this article adds Provides information helpful in determining the usefulness of physical activity as an intervention for autistic adults. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2025.202641 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=565

Fit club: Outcomes from 35-minute daily exercise program for autistic adolescents / Claudia L. HILTON in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 119 (January 2025)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 119 (January 2025) . - p.102504 Titre : Fit club: Outcomes from 35-minute daily exercise program for autistic adolescents Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Claudia L. HILTON, Auteur ; Diane M. COLLINS, Auteur ; Julie JONES, Auteur ; Joanne FLANAGAN, Auteur ; Cora CARILLO, Auteur ; Karen RATCLIFF, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.102504 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Physical fitness  Executive function  Social responsiveness  Body mass index  Cognitive flexibility  School Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autistic children and adolescents have academic performance challenges and are often reluctant to participate in physical activities. Executive function (EF) abilities generally remain stable or worsen as autistic children get older and obesity and lack of physical fitness are frequent concerns experienced by these individuals. Finding ways to address these concerns has the potential to improve outcomes in autistic youth. Method We conducted a 12-month, repeated-measures study to examine the effectiveness of a mandatory 35-minute daily school physical activity intervention involving low to moderate exertion for autistic adolescents (n = 29). Changes in fitness, EF, social responsiveness, and restrictive and repetitive behaviors were examined. Results Significant improvements were seen in fitness, EF areas (specifically cognitive flexibility and planning/organizing), restrictive and repetitive behaviors and social responsiveness. Conclusion Findings suggest that participation in a mandatory daily 35-minute physical activity program with low to moderate exertion is feasible and may contribute to improved EF, fitness, restricted and repetitive behavior, and social responsiveness in autistic adolescents. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2024.102504 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=545 [article] Fit club: Outcomes from 35-minute daily exercise program for autistic adolescents [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Claudia L. HILTON, Auteur ; Diane M. COLLINS, Auteur ; Julie JONES, Auteur ; Joanne FLANAGAN, Auteur ; Cora CARILLO, Auteur ; Karen RATCLIFF, Auteur . - p.102504. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 119 (January 2025) . - p.102504 Mots-clés : Physical fitness  Executive function  Social responsiveness  Body mass index  Cognitive flexibility  School Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Autistic children and adolescents have academic performance challenges and are often reluctant to participate in physical activities. Executive function (EF) abilities generally remain stable or worsen as autistic children get older and obesity and lack of physical fitness are frequent concerns experienced by these individuals. Finding ways to address these concerns has the potential to improve outcomes in autistic youth. Method We conducted a 12-month, repeated-measures study to examine the effectiveness of a mandatory 35-minute daily school physical activity intervention involving low to moderate exertion for autistic adolescents (n = 29). Changes in fitness, EF, social responsiveness, and restrictive and repetitive behaviors were examined. Results Significant improvements were seen in fitness, EF areas (specifically cognitive flexibility and planning/organizing), restrictive and repetitive behaviors and social responsiveness. Conclusion Findings suggest that participation in a mandatory daily 35-minute physical activity program with low to moderate exertion is feasible and may contribute to improved EF, fitness, restricted and repetitive behavior, and social responsiveness in autistic adolescents. En ligne : https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2024.102504 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=545

Leisure Participation Patterns for School Age Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Findings from the 2016 National Survey of Children’s Health / Karen RATCLIFF in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 48-11 (November 2018)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 48-11 (November 2018) . - p.3783-3793 Titre : Leisure Participation Patterns for School Age Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Findings from the 2016 National Survey of Children’s Health Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Karen RATCLIFF, Auteur ; Ickpyo HONG, Auteur ; Claudia HILTON, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.3783-3793 Langues : Anglais (eng) Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Leisure activity participation is important for health and well-being. This study examined similarities and differences between typically developing children and those with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) from 6 to 17 years old in physical, recreational, social, skill, and jobs/chores activities from a large national database. Findings revealed that children with ASD had significantly lower participation levels than those without ASD between 11 and 17 years old. They suggest an increasing disparity among many types of leisure participation for children and youth with ASD as they age, eventually leading to limited participation in adult activities. They reinforce the importance of intervention at an early age to increase participation in these activities to promote development of skills that contribute to adult competencies. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3643-5 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=370 [article] Leisure Participation Patterns for School Age Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Findings from the 2016 National Survey of Children’s Health [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Karen RATCLIFF, Auteur ; Ickpyo HONG, Auteur ; Claudia HILTON, Auteur . - p.3783-3793. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 48-11 (November 2018) . - p.3783-3793 Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Leisure activity participation is important for health and well-being. This study examined similarities and differences between typically developing children and those with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) from 6 to 17 years old in physical, recreational, social, skill, and jobs/chores activities from a large national database. Findings revealed that children with ASD had significantly lower participation levels than those without ASD between 11 and 17 years old. They suggest an increasing disparity among many types of leisure participation for children and youth with ASD as they age, eventually leading to limited participation in adult activities. They reinforce the importance of intervention at an early age to increase participation in these activities to promote development of skills that contribute to adult competencies. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3643-5 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=370

Participation Difficulties in Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities: Findings from the 2011 Survey of Pathway to Diagnosis and Services / Claudia L. HILTON in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 51-4 (April 2021)  

Public ISBD [article]  inJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 51-4 (April 2021) . - p.1210-1223 Titre : Participation Difficulties in Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities: Findings from the 2011 Survey of Pathway to Diagnosis and Services Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Claudia L. HILTON, Auteur ; Karen RATCLIFF, Auteur ; Ickpyo HONG, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1210-1223 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorders  Developmental disorder  Intellectual disabilities  Social participation Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Greater understanding can increase our knowledge and intervention effectiveness for activity participation problems of children with disabilities. We examined participation difficulties of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and intellectual disabilities (ID) in the 2011 Survey of Pathway to Diagnosis and Services. We utilized propensity score matching with inverse probability of treatment weight with questions from parents of 1783 children aged 6-17 years. Friendship was the most difficult area for all children. Children with both ASD and ID experienced the most difficulty in all areas, followed by ASD alone. Reported levels of home life, friendships, classroom and leisure difficulties were moderately correlated for all children. Children who were previously diagnosed, but have no current diagnosis experienced substantial difficulties. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-020-04591-4 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=445 [article] Participation Difficulties in Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities: Findings from the 2011 Survey of Pathway to Diagnosis and Services [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Claudia L. HILTON, Auteur ; Karen RATCLIFF, Auteur ; Ickpyo HONG, Auteur . - p.1210-1223. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders > 51-4 (April 2021) . - p.1210-1223 Mots-clés : Autism spectrum disorders  Developmental disorder  Intellectual disabilities  Social participation Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Greater understanding can increase our knowledge and intervention effectiveness for activity participation problems of children with disabilities. We examined participation difficulties of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and intellectual disabilities (ID) in the 2011 Survey of Pathway to Diagnosis and Services. We utilized propensity score matching with inverse probability of treatment weight with questions from parents of 1783 children aged 6-17 years. Friendship was the most difficult area for all children. Children with both ASD and ID experienced the most difficulty in all areas, followed by ASD alone. Reported levels of home life, friendships, classroom and leisure difficulties were moderately correlated for all children. Children who were previously diagnosed, but have no current diagnosis experienced substantial difficulties. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-020-04591-4 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=445

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