THE IMPACT OF EXERGAMING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ON MOTOR SKILLS AND EXECUTIVE FUNCTION AMONG CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

NUR NABIHAH, NAZRI (2022) THE IMPACT OF EXERGAMING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ON MOTOR SKILLS AND EXECUTIVE FUNCTION AMONG CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW. [Final Year Project Report] (Unpublished)

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Abstract

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has become more frequent, it has become a major public health concern. This frightening trend emphasises the need to develop an appropriate approach to cope with the growing population. ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that causes speech delays as well as social and communication impairments that resulting in repetitive behaviour and narrowed interests obstruct academic and social participation. One of the three critical and distinguishing characteristics of ASD is repetitive behaviour. Children with ASD can engage, socialise, perform, and acquire in their own special ways. Individuals with ASD have a broad range of cognitive ability when it comes to problem-solving and thinking. Some people with ASD need a lot of assistance in their everyday life, while others just require a little. Physical exercise (PA), particularly moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA), is good for the body and has been demonstrated in studies to have considerable health benefits. In several studies, MVPA has been found to assist children with ASD develop their cognitive, emotional, physiological, and behavioural functioning. Children with ASD may benefit from PA because it improves their motor skills and executive function. Furthermore, exergaming, or active video games, maybe a safe and low cost form of exercise for adolescent and children with ASD since they are more enjoyable than conventional physical activities, which may impact treatment adherence. This paper will focus on the comprehensive review of “Executive functions (EF)” and “Motor Skills (MS)” affected by doing physical activity and exergaming. The ranged of the age of children with ASD for this study is generally between 5 to 12 years old. This review will provide an in-depth summary of the impact of exergaming and physical activity on the executive function and motor functions of children with ASD, published from 2000 to 2022.

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