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This study examined the influence of selected personal and environmental
factors on leisure participation in adults with cerebral palsy (CP). METHODS: A
group of 145 adults with CP (18-41 years old, 51% male) responded to
questionnaires regarding 1) socio-demographic and health factors, 2) life habits
(Life-H: short version 3.1) and 3) the environment (Measure of the Quality of the
Environment: version 2.0). A chi2 statistic (p<0.05) estimated the association
between 1) socio-demographic and health factors and the environment and 2) the
level of leisure activity participation. RESULTS: Most participants (mean age=28
years) lived with their parents. Leisure activities were their principal
occupation. Mobility and participation were positively associated. The
environment (e.g. accompanying services, adapted transport, cultural services and
computers) facilitated leisure for those with a high or moderate participation
level. Individuals with low participation perceived the environment as having no
influence. CONCLUSIONS: Adults with CP who are more mobile participate more in
leisure activities. A positive perception of the environment (facilitating
leisure participation) likely reflects the individual's ability to benefit from
the environment, whereas a neutral view of the environment may reflect the fact
that other factors, such as mobility limitations, are of greater relevance to
leisure participation.

Langue : ANGLAIS