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A Case Study of the Quality of Life and Life Satisfaction of Children and Youth Participation in a Physical Activity Program for the Height Increase

  • Mahidol University
  • Ltd
  • Bangkokthonburi University

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Abstract

Background. Height plays a crucial role in boosting a person’s persona. Objectives. To study the quality of life and the life satisfaction of children and youth participation in a physical activity program for height increase. Methods. A qualitative design using semi-structured interviews with 20 key informants from 4 groups which consisted of 5 key informants in each group as follows; 1) Group aged from 6–11 years old, 2) Group aged from 12–14 years old, 3) Group aged from 15–17 years old, 4) Group aged from 18–24 years old (6–24 years old) those who attended the physical activity program for the height increase at least than 6 months. Results. It was found that all key informants were very satisfied with a physical activity program for the height increase. Conclusion. Most of the participants had an improved quality of life in seven dimensions and well-being after participating in a physical activity program for the height increase.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2476-4981
Number of pages2506
JournalAnnals of Applied Sport Science
Volume12
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024

Keywords

  • The Height Increase
  • The Life Satisfaction
  • The Physical Activity Program
  • The Quality of Life
  • Well-Being

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