Enhancing physical activity: autistic perspectives on co-designing applications

dc.contributor.authorKalala, Jedidah
dc.contributor.examiningcommitteeMartin, Toby (Psychology)
dc.contributor.examiningcommitteeGlazebrook, Cheryl (Kinesiology and Recreation Management)
dc.contributor.supervisorMontgomery, Janine
dc.date.accessioned2024-09-11T18:56:50Z
dc.date.available2024-09-11T18:56:50Z
dc.date.issued2024-08-27
dc.date.submitted2024-08-27T17:51:57Zen_US
dc.date.submitted2024-09-06T16:42:21Zen_US
dc.date.submitted2024-09-11T18:42:19Zen_US
dc.degree.disciplinePsychology
dc.degree.levelMaster of Arts (M.A.)
dc.description.abstractPeople with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often do not engage in the recommended levels of physical activity compared to their neurotypical peers. Although these patterns are more pronounced in adolescence and adulthood most of the research has focused on the experiences of children. Using Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis and co-design methodology, the current study explored the experiences of adolescents and adults (N = 4) by conducting a series of workshops and asking participants about their physical activity engagement. It also introduced two physical activity applications, Move Improve and Exercise Buddy and asked participants to provide feedback and general guidance about what app features they found useful. Participants were also asked to share their experiences being part of a co-design study. The primary goals of this research were to elucidate the experiences of individuals on the spectrum when using apps designed to improve physical activity. Given the unique methodology employed, it also aimed to understand autistic perspectives on codesign research methods. Finally, the research intended to explore barriers and facilitators of physical activity from those on the spectrum. Findings from the current study highlighted the need for app customization features and detailed research outlines to facilitate both app engagement and research participation.
dc.description.noteOctober 2024
dc.description.sponsorshipResearch Manitoba
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/1993/38571
dc.language.isoeng
dc.rightsopen accessen_US
dc.subjectAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
dc.subjectPhysical Activity (physical activity)
dc.subjectApps
dc.subjectCo-design
dc.titleEnhancing physical activity: autistic perspectives on co-designing applications
dc.typemaster thesisen_US
local.subject.manitobano
project.funder.nameUniversity of Manitoba, Psychology Graduate Fund
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