Technology-based programs to support forms of leisure engagement and communication for persons with multiple disabilities: two single-case studies

Developmental Neurorehabilitation
Giulio E LancioniSanto Di Nuovo

Abstract

To extend the assessment of technology-based programs for promoting stimulus choice and staff/caregiver calls or radio operation and text messaging. In Study I, the program involved a portable computer, commercial software, and a microswitch to allow a man with motor impairment and moderate intellectual disability to choose among preferred stimuli (e.g., songs and film clips) and persons to call. In Study II, the programs involved (a) a radio device and an electronic control unit or (b) a net-book computer and a global system for mobile communication. A woman with blindness and moderate intellectual disability used a microswitch to operate the radio or send and listen to text messages. The participants succeeded in using the technology-aided programs through simple microswitch activations involving partial hand closure (Study I) or hand pressure (Study II). Technology-based programs can provide persons with multiple disabilities relevant leisure and communication opportunities.

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Oct 10, 2013·Developmental Neurorehabilitation·Alessandro O CaffòAndrea Bosco
Oct 12, 2018·Disability and Rehabilitation. Assistive Technology·Giulio E LancioniCosimo Turi

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