Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities

by
Denis K. Ansonauthor

Denis K. Anson is Director of Research and Development at the Assistive Technology Research Institute at Misericordia University.

Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities

20180831

Greenwood

Pages 248
Topics Health and Wellness

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Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities

Author(s): Anson, Denis;
Contributors: Anson, Denis;
Abstract:

How would you make a phone call or write an email if you couldn't hear, see, or use your hands? This book shows how assistive technology helps individuals with disabilities to perform tasks that people without disabilities may take for granted.


• Explores the many types of assistive technology available for individuals with a variety of physical and cognitive disabilities, with emphasis placed on high-tech solutions

• Examines key issues related to assistive technology, such as access and affordability

• Illuminates through case studies how various forms of assistive technology may be applied in the real world and what challenges individuals must overcome to maximize the benefits of these tools

SortTitle: assistive technology for people with disabilities
Author Info:
Denis K. Ansonauthor

Denis K. Anson is Director of Research and Development at the Assistive Technology Research Institute at Misericordia University.

eISBN-13: 9781440835124
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Print ISBN-13: 9781440835117
Imprint: Greenwood
Pages: 248
Publication Date: 20180831
Series: Health and Medical Issues Today