ATHLETE DISABILITY AND INVOLVEMENT Flashcards
1
Q
What percentage of Canadians are living with a disability?
A
- over 10%
2
Q
How many athletes were at the 2012 Paralympic Games compared to the Olympic Games?
A
- 4,286 compared to 10,820
3
Q
What are some motives for physical activity amongst athletes with disabilities?
A
- social opportunities
- empowerment
- independence
- fitness
- fun
4
Q
What are some challenges people with disabilities face?
A
- unequal opportunities
- inaccessible venues
- emotional distress
5
Q
What are some effects of participating? (PWD)
A
- help cope
- indepence
- pain control
- prevention of illness and secondary disability
- maintenance of function
- empowerment
- heightened sense of competence
6
Q
Why is mental skills training important, especially for athletes with visual impairment?
A
- self-talk is a greater distraction during relaxation sessions for people who are blind – they do not have the cue of shutting out regular distractions by closing their eyes
- imagery is a good skill to learn
7
Q
Why is mental skills training important, specifically for athletes with acquired disabilities?
A
- greater effort may be needed in learning to control image – images are based on memory
8
Q
What are some practical considerations when working with athletes with a disability?
A
- focus on ability rather than disability
- person-first language
- speak to the athlete
- let athletes fail (don’t protect them)
9
Q
What is the 3-phase process of rehab and recovery?
A
- injury or illness phase
- rehabilitation or recovery phase
- return to full activity phase
