Health, Physical Activity, and Recreation of Children with Sensory Impairments

Topic Information

Dear Colleagues,

Emerging evidence indicates that hearing and vision impairments are linked to higher risks of premature mortality in adulthood, with physical inactivity potentially serving as a key mediating factor. While this association is well documented in adults, less is known about when these activity disparities begin, particularly whether sensory impairments in childhood may lead to early and persistent reductions in physical activity levels throughout the lifespan.

This Topic investigates the critical intersection of health, physical activity, and recreation for individuals with sensory impairments (e.g., blindness, low vision, deafness, or hearing loss). Despite advances in inclusive policies, these children continue to encounter significant barriers—from inaccessible facilities to a lack of adapted programs—that limit their participation in activities essential for physical development, mental health, and social inclusion. By addressing these gaps, we aim to illuminate strategies that can foster lifelong health equity for this vulnerable population.

Prof. Dr. Lauren Lieberman
Prof. Dr. Pamela Beach
Topic Editors

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Participating Journals

Journal Name	Impact Factor	CiteScore	Launched Year	First Decision (median)	APC
Children children	2.1	3.8	2014	15.6 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
Disabilities disabilities	1.4	1.9	2021	50.2 Days	CHF 1200	Submit
Future future	-	-	2023	15.0 days *	CHF 1000	Submit
Healthcare healthcare	2.7	4.7	2013	21.5 Days	CHF 2700	Submit
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ijerph	-	8.5	2004	27.8 Days	CHF 2500	Submit
Sports sports	2.9	4.1	2013	18.7 Days	CHF 1800	Submit

* Median value for all MDPI journals in the first half of 2025.

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