This thesis explores the value of adapted sport as a means to improve the quality of life of individuals with disabilities, with particular focus on Down syndrome. Following a general overview of the main characteristics of the syndrome, the study delves into the meaning of adapted physical activity, highlighting the barriers that limit access and the factors that facilitate participation. Alpine skiing is examined as an example of an activity capable of stimulating not only physical and psychological well-being, but also autonomy and personal motivation. One of the central aspects of sport is its ability to promote social integration, as it can serve as a powerful tool for building relationships, developing self-awareness, and feeling part of a group. To further explore these aspects, a questionnaire was administered to a group of ski instructors with specific training in intellectual disabilities, with the aim of collecting direct field experiences and reflecting both on the observed benefits and personal perceptions regarding their students, as well as on the teaching strategies adopted during ski lessons.
Questo elaborato esplora il valore dello sport adattato come mezzo per migliorare la qualità della vita delle persone con disabilità, con particolare attenzione alla sindrome di Down. Dopo un quadro generale sulle principali caratteristiche della sindrome, l’elaborato approfondisce il significato dell’attività fisica adattata, soffermandosi sugli ostacoli che ne limitano l’accesso e sui fattori che invece ne favoriscono la partecipazione. Lo sci alpino viene analizzato come esempio di attività capace di stimolare non solo il benessere fisico e psicologico, ma anche l’autonomia e la motivazione personale. Uno degli aspetti centrali dello sport è la sua capacità di promuovere l’integrazione sociale, poiché può rappresentare un potente strumento per costruire relazioni, sviluppare consapevolezza di sé e sentirsi parte di un gruppo. Per analizzare ulteriormente questi aspetti è stato inoltre proposto un questionario a un gruppo di maestri di sci con formazione specifica nell’ambito delle disabilità intellettive, con l’obiettivo di raccogliere esperienze dirette sul campo e riflettere sia sui benefici osservati e sulle percezioni personali rispetto ai loro allievi, sia sulle strategie di insegnamento adottate durante le lezioni di sci.
Benefici psicologici e sociali dello sport adattato: il caso dello sci alpino nella sindrome di Down
NARDI, ELISABETTA
2024/2025
Abstract
This thesis explores the value of adapted sport as a means to improve the quality of life of individuals with disabilities, with particular focus on Down syndrome. Following a general overview of the main characteristics of the syndrome, the study delves into the meaning of adapted physical activity, highlighting the barriers that limit access and the factors that facilitate participation. Alpine skiing is examined as an example of an activity capable of stimulating not only physical and psychological well-being, but also autonomy and personal motivation. One of the central aspects of sport is its ability to promote social integration, as it can serve as a powerful tool for building relationships, developing self-awareness, and feeling part of a group. To further explore these aspects, a questionnaire was administered to a group of ski instructors with specific training in intellectual disabilities, with the aim of collecting direct field experiences and reflecting both on the observed benefits and personal perceptions regarding their students, as well as on the teaching strategies adopted during ski lessons.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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