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. 2022 Jun 21;3:873415. doi: 10.3389/fresc.2022.873415

Table 4.

Meaningful outcomes to measure in relation to community participation.

Outcome Description
Social engagement …in peer relationships and in friendships in school and/or the community.
Feelings of belonging …to a larger group or community.
Community connectedness …feeling like it is “worth it” to get out of the house and take part in an event or activity.
Excitement and motivation …looking forward to and/or preparing for an event.
Resilience …an individual, caregiver, or family's perseverance, tenacity, fortitude, or willingness to try something again.
Cheerfulness or happiness …positive feelings about going out and/or doing the activity.
Feeling in control …about going out and doing activities in the community
Taking part in related activities …doing other activities on an outing such as going to a store, going to a park, or having a meal in a restaurant.
Social media connections and relationships …which may be initiated and developed during and after engagement in the community.
Feelings of safety …before, during, and after an event or activity.