%0 Journal Article
%T Drowning: the first time problem
%J International journal of aquatic research and education
%D 2014
%A Connolly, John
%V 8
%N 1
%P 66-72
%X The First Time Problem (FTP) proposes that "swimming pool only" swimmers are at greater risk of drowning than frequent open water swimmers because they may be overwhelmed by the number of new experiences and challenges they face following an unexpected fall into cold open water when clothed. The problem can be overcome by providing swimmers with information and safe opportunities to practice survival swimming skills they might need in open water conditions. <br><br>KEYWORDS: lifesaving, lifeguarding, drowning, hypothermia, cold shock response, survival, water safety, swimming.<p />
%G en
%I Bowling Green State University
%@ 1932-9997
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/ijare.2013-0027