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ERIC Number: EJ321767
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1985
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Aquatics for the Handicapped--A Review of Literature.
Christie, Irene
Physical Educator, v42 n1 p24-33 late win 1985
The author reviews the literature on aquatic activity for the disabled, discussing the physical, physiological, psychological, and sociological benefits of swimming and water safety activities. Unique properties of water and legal requirements regarding physical education of the handicapped, specifically citing the development of skills in aquatics, are explained. (MT)
Descriptors: Aquatic Sports, Cardiovascular System, Compliance (Legal), Normalization (Handicapped), Physical Disabilities, Physical Education, Physical Fitness, Physical Therapy, Safety
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Education for All Handicapped Children Act
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