Ep. 3 Scoring Success: Quality Sports Participation for Kids with Autism

How can we make sports truly meaningful for children with autism? In this episode, pediatric OTs Dr. Michele Alaniz and Dr. Lacy Wright break down a comprehensive framework for quality participation in sports. Explore research-backed strategies for creating the perfect balance of challenge, autonomy, and social connection in sports programs. The hosts share their recent practice stories in "Nailed It or Failed It," introduce you to an inspiring autistic artist in Kansas, and reveal the story of their cross-country friendship and professional journey. 

We share our own thoughts in the Research Review and encourage you to read the article too.

Streatch, E., Bruno, N., & Latimer-Cheung, A. E. (2022). Investigating strategies used to foster quality participation in recreational sport programs for children with autism spectrum disorder and their perceived importance. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 40(1), 86-104.

Keywords: Occupational therapy; OT; evidence based practice; OT ideas; Peds OT; pediatric occupational therapy; autism; sports; recreation

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