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The Role of Swimming in the Social Integration and Physical Development of Individuals with Disabilities: Survey with Paralympic Swimmers


Authors:
Ayris Ahmedova Bahcelievler Municipality, Istanbul, Turkey

Pages: 112-120
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54664/TQPP1398

Abstract:

This academic analysis examines survey data from 38 disabled swimmers responding to 13 questions on their swimming experiences, focusing on long-term engagement, motivation, social relationships, physical and emotional benefits, independence, and achievement. The purpose of the study is to determine the role of swımmıng ın the socıal ıntegratıon and physıcal development of people wıth dısabılıtıes. Key findings reveal prolonged sports involvement, high motivation for success, improved physical fitness and emotional well-being, positive social cohesion, and enhanced daily independence.

Keywords:

swimming, individuals with disability, motivation, physical fitness, social integration, independence.

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