Recreation and Adults with Down Syndrome

"Summary" - This book is written to enable the participation of individuals with Down syndrome in recreation activities.

It includes information that will help in the planning and implementation of individualised lifestyles.

Examples of recreational activities are provided that may contribute to the readers' resources.

Activity analysis is described in detail and includes a sample analysis so that the reader can see how to apply the concepts to a recreational activity. Current research knowledge of recreation and adults with Down syndrome may challenge the reader's beliefs about segregated versus integrated activities, what activities are included in recreation, and the value of both passive and active participation.

Sport is explored. The contribution of sport to health includes the review of current research.

The review of major sporting bodies for persons with intellectual disabilities includes contact information, the role of sport in inclusion, and the risk of sport participation for adults with Down syndrome.

The book concludes with suggestions on how to develop plans that will incorporate recreational activities into the lifestyles of adults with Down syndrome.