Leisure time plays an important role in an individual's life, by enabling relaxation, entertainment, the development of interests, and personal growth. For individuals with moderate intellectual disability (hereinafter MID), planning leisure time is often challenging due to their reduced functional abilities. As a result, they typically require support from others. This master's thesis presents the results of a study that explored how individuals with MID spend their leisure time and the extent to which they are satisfied with their leisure experiences. Additionally, the study examined the perspectives of parents or family members regarding the leisure activities of individuals with MID. The research was conducted using both quantitative and qualitative methods. The quantitative part included a questionnaire, which was completed by 50 adults with MID. The qualitative part involved interviews with four family members (three parents and one sister) of individuals with MID. The results show that individuals with MID most frequently spend their leisure time socializing with family members, going for walks, or watching television. They tend to engage more in passive forms of leisure (e.g., watching TV, listening to music) than in active forms (e.g., walking, sports activities). Their leisure time is mostly spent with family members, and less often alone or with friends. In most cases, individuals with MID choose their leisure activities independently, although their parents occasionally assist them in making these choices. Participation in organized leisure activities is common, especially through local associations such as Sožitje, which operate in their immediate environment. Individuals with MID are generally satisfied with the organized leisure activities offered, the amount of free time available, and the overall quality of their leisure time. Nevertheless, they expressed a desire for certain changes, such as a broader range of activities and more opportunities to socialize with friends. The analysis of family members' responses revealed differences in how individuals with MID spend their leisure time on weekdays compared to weekends. During the week, informal individual activities (e.g., watching television, resting) are the most common, whereas on weekends, informal social activities (e.g., walking with family members) are more prevalent. Parents and family members stated that organized activities enhance the quality of leisure time for individuals with MID. They also emphasized that the state should take a greater role in financing these activities.
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