What Influences the Likelihood of Gross Motor Developmental Delay Among Preschoolers in the Rural United States?

Today's children are experiencing a secular decline in gross motor skill development, resulting in developmental delays (DD). Understanding which development facets affect gross motor DD presentation supports prevention strategies. This study explored the influence of executive function, self-concept, and others associated with gross motor DD in preschool-aged children with and without disabilities.

Postural balance control interventions in autism spectrum disorder (ASD): A systematic review.

Background: Postural control (PC) disturbances in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are associated with its severity. Varied sensorimotor interventions have been used for the management of these symptoms. However, there is a lack of a review elucidating all the available postural control interventions in ASD.

Criterion validation of nutrient profiling systems: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Nutrient profiling systems (NPSs) use algorithms to evaluate the nutritional quality of foods and beverages. Criterion validation, which assesses the relationship between consuming foods rated as healthier by the NPS and objective measures of health, is essential to ensure the accuracy of NPSs.

Objective: We examined and compared NPSs that have undergone criterion validity testing in relation to diet-related disease risk and risk markers.

The Effects of Virtual Zumba ® on Functional Outcomes in Adults with Developmental Disabilities.

Introduction: Few studies have examined the comprehensive impact of adaptive exercise interventions across multiple functional domains (i.e., physical and cognitive health) in adults with developmental disabilities (DD).

Academic learning time in physical education (ALT-PE) during an adapted tennis program for children with autism spectrum disorders.

As the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) increases, there is a growing need to develop physical activity interventions that address the behavioral challenges experienced by individuals with ASD. Physical education teachers have employed behavioral supports that add more structure and adapt the environment for individuals with ASD, which are associated with increased engagement for individuals with ASD during PE. The purpose of this study was to quantify motor engaged behaviors (i.