ERIC Number: EJ740446
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Publication Date: 2006
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Healthy Behaviors and Lifestyles in Young Adults with a History of Developmental Disabilities
Rurangirwa, Jacqueline; Braun, Kim Van Naarden; Schendel, Diana; Yeargin-Allsopp, Marshalyn
Research in Developmental Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, v27 n4 p381-399 Jul-Aug 2006
Objective: Measure select Healthy People 2010 Leading Health Indicators in young adults with and without a history of developmental disabilities (DD) using a population-based cohort. Methods: Young adults were interviewed to assess the prevalence of seven Leading Health Indicators: physical activity, overweight and obesity, tobacco use, substance abuse, responsible sexual behavior, injury and violence, and access to healthcare. Results: Young adults with a history of DD were less likely to be involved in tobacco use, substance abuse and sexual activity. Areas of concern included below normal Body Mass Index, lack of HIV/AIDS and sex education, preventive healthcare services for women, and victimization. Conclusions: Despite some healthy lifestyle indicators, health gaps may place young adults with a history of DD at risk for poor health and quality of life.
Descriptors: Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Young Adults, Substance Abuse, Smoking, Sexuality, Quality of Life, Sex Education, Physical Activities, Obesity, Developmental Disabilities, Health Behavior, Life Style, Incidence, Injuries, Violence, Access to Health Care, Health Services, Victims of Crime
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IES Cited: ED501318