발달장애인의 생활기술 함양을 위한 신체활동 프로그램 (S.M.A.R.T.)이 성인기 초기 발달장애인의 삶의 질에 미치는 효과

This study investigated the impact of participation in the S.M.A.R.T. (Structured Movement and Activity Reinforcing Technique) physical activity program on the quality of life of young adults with developmental disabilities. The study involved 55 participants aged 19 to 25, divided into two groups: 28 in the program participation group and 27 in the non-participation group. The quality of life of the participants was assessed using the PROMISⓇ Adult Self Reported Health measure, and the effects of the program were evaluated using a two-way repeated measures ANOVA. The analysis of physical health variables showed significant improvements in fatigue (F=8.914, p=.001) and pain (F=11.102, p=.001). For mental health variables, there were significant improvements in anxiety (F=8.251, p=.001) and depression (F=6.281, p=.002). Additionally, a significant effect was observed in social health variables, particularly in social life (F=4.986, p=.019). These findings suggest that participation in the S.M.A.R.T. program positively influences the quality of life of young adults with developmental disabilities, providing foundational data for future research on exercise interventions aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities.