Understanding the barriers experienced by adults with learning disabilities when accessing fitness centres.
Why you should read this article: • To recognise the potential benefits of physical activity for people with learning disabilities • To learn about a study that explored the barriers and supports experienced by adults with learning disabilities when attempting to access fitness centres • To consider...
| Publicado en: | Learning Disability Practice Vol. 26; no. 6; pp. 23 - 33 |
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Royal College of Nursing of the United Kingdom (The)
12/5/2023
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