Investigation of anxiety and quality of life levels of parents of autistic individuals WHO DO physical activity

The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between anxiety and quality of life levels of parents with autistic individuals who do physical activity. Based on this purpose, 53 parents (34 mothers and 19 fathers) of individuals with autism who do physical activity participated. In the research, a method for descriptive scanning and relational scanning, which aims to reveal the current situation, will be used. The findings obtained from the study were used in the "Informed Consent Form, Sociodemographic Information Form, Beck Anxiety Inventory, Autism Quality of Life Scale-Parental Version Scales" used within the scope of data collection tools of parents of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. At the same time, ANOVA test was applied to calculate the relationships. In the results of working; It was found that there are significant values for the relationship between the autism level of the children, the education and income levels of the family members and the anxiety and quality of life levels of the individuals. In this context, it has been determined that the relationship between the anxiety and quality of life levels of the parents of autistic individuals who do physical activity is at a significant level. Keywords: Parent, Child with Autism, Physical Activity, Quality of Life, Anxiety