Department of Sports Science and Physical Education

Exercise Psychology and Motor Learning

Objectives

We seek to examine participation motivation for physical activity and exercise, and determine the associations of physical activity with motor and cognitive function and psychosocial health outcomes among children and adolescents with disabilities or special educational needs (SEN).

We aim to conduct high quality evidence-based multi-disciplinary research that makes significant scholarly contributions in the application of and translational knowledge leading to demonstrated impacts on children with SEN in the field.

Themes

Exercise and Sport Psychology

Participation motivation for exercise and sport
Psychological well-being and cognitive function

Physical Activity and Motor Skill Performance

Physical activity and sedentary behavior in children and adolescents with special educational needs
Physical activity and motor skill interventions and associated health outcomes

Key Projects

Physical activity intervention on motor and cognitive functions and psychosocial outcomes of children with developmental coordination disorder
School-based physical activity intervention on cognitive and mental health in Hong Kong adolescents with and without special educational needs
Jockey Club “Sports without Limits” Youth Empowerment Programme

Key Facilities and Equipment