Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
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Maria Benedetto

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• Research Article
  A Yoga Program for Preschool Children in Head Start and Early Intervention: A Feasibility Study
  Author(s): Margaret E. O’Neil, Roger I. Ideishi, Maria Benedetto, Siobhan K. Ideishi and Maria Fragala-Pinkham Margaret E. O’Neil, Roger I. Ideishi, Maria Benedetto, Siobhan K. Ideishi and Maria Fragala-Pinkham
  
  Background: Yoga may be an effective method to promote physical fitness, motor skills, strength, and attention to task, mindfulness and stress reduction in children. However, evidence is limited on the feasibility of conducting yoga programs for preschool children in integrated preschools (Early Intervention and Head Start). The purpose of this study is to examine the feasibility and acceptance of a yoga program in an integrated preschool. All preschoolers in this study have or are at risk for developmental delay or disability. Methods: Seventy one (71) pre-schoolers aged 3-5 years participated in a 5 week yoga program. (2 sessions/ week). Thirty-nine (39) pre-schoolers participated in pre and post gross motor measures. Teachers completed pre and post Devereux Early Childhood Assessment Clinical Form (DECA-C) to examine pre-schoolers behavio.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2157-7595.1000238

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