This research replicates and extends previous work on leisure-constraints c
onstruct development by applying constraints data from a sample of adults w
ith mental retardation Factor analysis extends definitions for three constr
aint categories (intrapersonal, interpersonal, structural), confirming the
nonhomogeneous nature of leisure constraints. Interpersonal constraints, fo
r example, may have multiple meanings depending upon where one is situated
along the continuum from dependence to interdependence to independence. con
straint categories. Intrapersonal constraints may not be salient reasons fo
r nonparticipation in leisure interests, whereas structural and interperson
al constraints appear to be in need of negotiation. The findings support th
e need to refine the propositions associated with the proposed hierarchical
model of leisure constraints.