Physical activity and sedentary behavior assessment among adults with intellectual disability: addressing methodological gaps
Year: 2025
Type: dissertation
Abstract: It takes a village--Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed (Ecclesiastes 4:9 NLT): I extend my deepest gratitude to Dr. Iva Obrusnikova for her unwavering support, guidance, and invaluable feedback throughout the entire process of this dissertation and my professional development from undergraduate studies to the present day.Her expertise and mentorship have been instrumental in steering my critical thinking, striving for excellence in all academic, professional, and personal endeavors.One aspect of her mentorship that I hold of particular importance is her encouragement to delve into difficult questions and unearth the roots underlying our inquiries and discoveries.Her insistence on probing deeper into the whys and the so-whats has fortified my sense of curiosity and perseverance to confront complexities head-on.Iron sharpens iron.Thank you--I am truly fortunate to have shared these experiences with you and look forward to our continued journey as collaborators and advocates pushing the needle in our field. My sincerest appreciation goes to the members of my dissertation committee--Drs.Al Cavalier, Greg Dominick, and Bill Farquhar--
Author: Firkin, Cora Jeanne
Institution: University of Delaware
Language: English
Topic: Physical Activity and Health
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7217754981