Essays about: "Disability Studies"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 96 essays containing the words Disability Studies.

1. 6. Gender-based violence against Women with Disabilities in Uganda - A qualitative study about how local organizations are working with the issue

   University essay from Lunds universitet/LUMID International Master programme in applied International Development and Management

   Author : Klara Bengtsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Gender-based violence (GBV) is both a human right violation, a threat to develop-ment and a global health issue. Women with disabilities (WWD) are a group more exposed to GBV. However, research has been scarce about WWD and GBV, espe-cially in the Global South. READ MORE

3. 7. Facilitating Social Participation Through Animal Assisted Interventions : A Literature Review of Interventions for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders

   University essay from Jönköping University/HLK, CHILD

   Author : Svenja Martens; [2023]
   Keywords : Animal Assisted Intervention; Social Participation; Neurodevelopmental Disorders; Children;

   Abstract : Children with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) tend to experience restricted social participation and therefore require support in this area. Animal assisted interventions (AAIs) offer a complementary or alternative intervention approach for those children. READ MORE

4. 8. An Exploration of Human Geography Departments’ Accessibility to Students with Disabilities

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Kulturgeografiska institutionen

   Author : Emma Helgemo; [2023]
   Keywords : Disability; Discrimination; Intersectionality; Lefebvre’s Triad; University;

   Abstract : As part of the effort to better understand the experiences of students with disabilities, this study examines accessibility in Human Geography departments. Human Geography is known for its excursions and field studies, which brings the question of how they adapt their situations for disabled students. READ MORE

5. 9. Musical communication and intellectual disabilities : A study on social interaction through music playing among preverbal individuals

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

   Author : Maria Svahn; [2023]
   Keywords : HCI; intellectual disability; communication; AAC; sound and music computing; ;

   Abstract : Music and its effects on the brain has been discussed from many different angels. Everything from “The Mozart effect” that shows that listening to music can improve your brain’s performance, to several studies showing that playing an instrument creates plastic changes to the brain. READ MORE

6. 10. Can Interventions Based On Self-Determination Theory Optimize Participation In Physical Activities In Children And Young Adults With Disabilities? : A Systematic Literature Review

   University essay from Mälardalens högskola/Akademin för hälsa, vård och välfärd

   Author : Snehalatha Billa; Zsófia Horváth; [2023]
   Keywords : Self-determination Theory; Physical Activity; Autonomy; Competence; Relatedness; Children; Young adults; Disability; Intrinsic Motivation; Basic psychological needs.;

   Abstract : Background: Participation in physical activities (PA) is vital for the well-being of children and young adults with disabilities, yet barriers hinder their engagement. With the United Nations reporting 150 million children with disabilities, understanding the self-determination theory (SDT) role in promoting PA participation is essential for improving their health and well-being. READ MORE