Perspectives of professional experts in relation to the development of community-based exercise for young adults with schizophrenia: A qualitative study
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Physical activity is a key modifiable factor in protecting physical and mental health in people with severe mental illness including schizophrenia. Therefore, early promotion of physical activity is recommended and programmes supporting long-term maintenance of physically active behaviour are warranted. This study aimed to explore the perspectives of professional experts in relation to the development of a sustainable community-based exercise programme tailored to young adults with schizophrenia and intended to promote change and adoption of physical activity. We conducted 9 semistructured interviews with 11 clinical and professional experts. Qualitative content analysis, as described by Graneheim and Lundman, was applied to analyse data. We identified four categories: (1) living a physical active life with schizophrenia, (2) exercise as promotor of personal recovery, (3) prescribing safe and relevant exercise and (4) instructors’ qualifications and formation. When developing sustainable community-based exercise programmes tailored to young adults with schizophrenia, developers should ensure instructors’ qualifications and provide an exercise protocol. In addition, developers should consider providing an inclusive and recovery-oriented exercise environment.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Artikelnummer | e001658 |
Tidsskrift | BMJ Open Sport and Exercise Medicine |
Vol/bind | 9 |
Udgave nummer | 3 |
Antal sider | 9 |
ISSN | 2055-7647 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 2023 |
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Funding Information:
The study was funded by TrygFonden (Grant No: 151603).
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