Technology Utilisation and Engagement in Physical Activity of Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities: A Scoping Review
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| Title: | Technology Utilisation and Engagement in Physical Activity of Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities: A Scoping Review |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Patricia West (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities. 2026 39(1). |
| Availability: | Wiley. Available from: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tel: 800-835-6770; e-mail: cs-journals@wiley.com; Web site: https://www.wiley.com/en-us |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 31 |
| Publication Date: | 2026 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research Information Analyses |
| Descriptors: | Physical Activity Level, Adolescents, Intellectual Disability, Affordances, Barriers, Foreign Countries, Research Methodology, Students with Disabilities, Technology Uses in Education, Measurement Techniques |
| Geographic Terms: | United States, Spain, China, Australia, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Sweden, Iceland, Brazil, Italy, South Korea, Netherlands |
| DOI: | 10.1111/jar.70193 |
| ISSN: | 1360-2322 1468-3148 |
| Abstract: | Background: Low levels of physical activity (PA) among adolescents with intellectual disabilities are a serious health concern that increases the risk for chronic health conditions. This scoping review examines technology utilisation that supports PA engagement among adolescents with intellectual disabilities. Methods: Guided by Arksey and O'Malley's framework, major web-based searches were conducted. Methodological quality was assessed using the Mixed-Methods Appraisal Tool. Results: Forty-five studies met eligibility. Forty-four studies utilised technology devices to quantify PA behaviours and address measurement practices. Limited studies utilised technology to influence PA engagement, but suggested the potential value for improving PA participation, duration and intensity to support this population. Conclusions: Findings highlight the limited utilisation of technology to assist with supporting PA among adolescents with intellectual disabilities. Further, there is a need to emphasise the incorporation of adolescents' perspectives in the development and implementation of future technology-driven interventions to improve PA engagement. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1497662 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Background: Low levels of physical activity (PA) among adolescents with intellectual disabilities are a serious health concern that increases the risk for chronic health conditions. This scoping review examines technology utilisation that supports PA engagement among adolescents with intellectual disabilities. Methods: Guided by Arksey and O'Malley's framework, major web-based searches were conducted. Methodological quality was assessed using the Mixed-Methods Appraisal Tool. Results: Forty-five studies met eligibility. Forty-four studies utilised technology devices to quantify PA behaviours and address measurement practices. Limited studies utilised technology to influence PA engagement, but suggested the potential value for improving PA participation, duration and intensity to support this population. Conclusions: Findings highlight the limited utilisation of technology to assist with supporting PA among adolescents with intellectual disabilities. Further, there is a need to emphasise the incorporation of adolescents' perspectives in the development and implementation of future technology-driven interventions to improve PA engagement. |
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| ISSN: | 1360-2322 1468-3148 |
| DOI: | 10.1111/jar.70193 |
