<![CDATA[Comentarios al libro: ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DIVERSE ABILITIES]]> alsohavethe capacitytoenhance their social interactions, leisure pursuits and daily activities with the aid of assistive technology. Assistive
devices from the simple to the sophisticated, have become essential to intervention programs for this population. And not surprisingly the numbers of devices available are growing steadily.

Assistive
Technologies for People with Diverse Abilities offers expert analysis of pertinent issues coupled with practical discussion of solutions for effective support. Its comprehensive literature review describes current
and emerging devices and presents evidence-based guidelines for matching promising technologies to individuals. Program outcomes are assessed, as are their potential impact on the future of the field. In addition, chapters
provide detailed descriptions of the personal and social needs of the widest range of individuals with congenital and acquired conditions, including:

  • Acquired brain
    damage.
  • Communication impairment.
  • Attention and learning difficulties (with special focus on college students).
  • Visual impairment and
    blindness.
  • Autism spectrum disorders.
  • Behavioral and occupational disorders.
  • Alzheimer's disease.
  • Severe, profound and multiple
    impairments.

The scope and depth of coverage makes Assistive Technologies for People with Diverse Abilities an invaluable resource for researchers, professionals and
graduate students in developmental psychology, rehabilitation medicine, educational technology, occupational therapy, speech pathology and clinical psychology.]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:14:55 +0000 es Copyright 2021 BiblioEteca Technologies SL