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Concept Mapping Analysis of Social Skills Camp Experience for Children with Disabilities
Gloria K. Lee, Michael Infranco, Abiola Dipeolu, Catherine Cook-Cottone, James P. Donnelly, Timothy P. Janikowski, Amy Reynolds, Tim Boling
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Children Australia / Volume 41 / Issue 1 / March 2016

Published online by Cambridge University Press:

19 October 2015, pp. 16-28

Print publication:

March 2016
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The present study aimed to identify themes emerging from an inclusive therapeutic recreational camp experience for children with disabilities who attended a 10-day summer camp. Concept mapping was used to analyse the experience of 42 participants. Results emerged with seven themes: Personal Growth; Nurturing Relationships; Non-judgmental Environment and Attitude; Traditional/Classic Camp Fun; Beneficial and Unique Opportunities; Learning/Thinking with Structures and Rules; and Independence and Recognition. Results suggested that children with disabilities experienced positive personal growth and learned new skills from an integrated, therapeutic camp. These children benefited from the social and psychological aspects of the camp experience, as well as the learned skillset and behaviours. Clinical implications and future research directions are also discussed.