ERIC Number: EJ768589
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006-Dec
Pages: 10
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ISSN: ISSN-0740-2708
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The Effects of Moderate Physical Activity on Offenders in a Rehabilitative Program
Nelson, Meredith; Specian, Victoria L.; Tracy, Nancy Campbell; DeMello, J. Jesse
Journal of Correctional Education, v57 n4 p276-285 Dec 2006
Moderate physical activity provides substantial health benefits for individuals not only in fitness, athletic, and health organizations, but also for individuals who struggle with addictions and behaviors in correctional programs. The purpose of this pilot study is to examine the relationship between physical activity and offender attitudes. The results of this study conducted in a maximum security correctional facility, show that regular moderate physical activity produces positive mental and physical benefits for offenders. Moreover, the conducted research suggests that such educational programs can provide positive steps toward productive, healthy and anti-criminal lifestyles. (Contains 2 tables and 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Physical Activity Level, Correctional Institutions, Institutionalized Persons, Correctional Rehabilitation, Antisocial Behavior, Mental Health, Physical Health, Program Effectiveness, Health Promotion, Adults, Males, Exercise
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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