Can practising sport activities improve body image in people with physical disabilities?

Paillard, Aurore (2018) Can practising sport activities improve body image in people with physical disabilities? International Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 3 (1/0008). pp. 101-102. ISSN 2349-7904

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Abstract / Description

Body image is defined as a multi-dimensional concept which includes body perception, attitude and feelings towards one’s own body. Research has shown that people with physical disability suffer greatly from a poor body image. The present paper underlines the positive impact of exercising on body image for people with physical impairment.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	body image; physical disability; sport
Subjects:	100 Philosophy & psychology > 150 Psychology
Department:	School of Social Sciences (to June 2021) School of Social Sciences and Professions
Depositing User:	Aurore Bardey
Date Deposited:	07 Aug 2020 15:17
Last Modified:	07 Aug 2020 15:17
URI:	https://repository.londonmet.ac.uk/id/eprint/5928

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