The Pros And Cons Of Using Assistive Technology

Sensory losses can affect on normal living in a variety of ways. These can be hidden disability which can ultimately result in social isolation and frustration due to not being able to communicate efficiently. In case of hearing loss, day-to-day activities such as hearing a doorbell, using the telephone, watching television or taking part in conversations can build a sense of discomfort and inadequacy. On the other hand, those who have vision impairment cannot distinguish faces during face to face talk, feel difficulty in watching TV and reading time on the

In current years technology has advanced extremely quickly and has taken the world by storm. Technology has a range of positive contributions to the world but advanced technology has impacted the deaf community in a variety of ways: it has allowed people to connect regularly through different communication devices, improve access and receive and look for information and work to improve the safety in and around the household with everyday appliances.

The medical model comes from the idea that people with disabilities need fixing. This model approach is based on the belief that difficulties associated with being disabled are the responsibility of that individual with the disability. For example, a disabled person should find their own way to fit in society without the assistance of accessibility from others. “The medical model

A practitioner with an individual with a disability in their care could engage assistive technology to help the child carry out tasks that may otherwise be difficult. This will also benefit the child’s social development as they will feel included in being able to carry out similar tasks as their peers. Keeping a direct link with intervention such as SLC therapists, social workers and physiotherapists can be a key aspect of meeting children’s needs when necessary to do so; alongside this providing security and stable relationships for children to reply on and understanding changes in behaviour. These are important adaptations when referring to children with behavioural issues, disability or children going through emotional

The American with Disabilities Act, commonly known as the ADA, was voted into law in 1990, by President Bush. The law was created to guarantee people with disabilities would still be able to have the same opportunities that “normal” people would have. It gives all citizens an equal chance to strive for the American dream. The law was originally drafted up from the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The American Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodations, communications, and governmental activities. (ADA).

The rapid growth of the elderly population is accelerating the growth and concern of long-term care options for these elders. Because of the costly nature of nursing homes, they are no longer desirable and costly for federal and state governments, viable alternatives are being sought to meet this need. The search for lower care options has led to the development and rapid expansion of assisted living communities as older adults, family caregivers and government bureaucrats are looking for lower cost

Our nation’s success revolves around evolution through solutions. One of the most prominent solutions being the Americans with Disabilities act. The Americans with Disabilities act prevents the discrimination of those with both mental and/or physical disabilities and promotes for a higher quality of life amongst this specific demographic. This act completely changed many aspects of our country some of the more notable effects being social, economical, and political.

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In a study done by the Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication “showed that when people hear their phone ring but are unable to answer it, their blood pressure spikes, their pulse quickens, and their problem-solving skills decline”. This involved 41 people, divided into 2 groups. By proving the result of a study which showed that a single ring from a phone significantly decreases a person’s abilities, Carr supports his claim. According the the study “As the phones proximity increased, the brain power decreased. By using a study that did actual tests on just how seeing a phone can affect a person, Carr shows the possible damage phones could have on our

Johnny is totally blind in both eyes. This is a defect from birth and there is no hope for correction. Johnny is a very bright and ambitious student. He does not let his impairment affect the quality of his life. He is completely self-dependent. He uses his walking stick to get from class to class and because the school is equipped with an AT setting, Johnny is able to make to the correct class by using the Braille directly under the room

Living and learning with assistive technologies (AT) for disabled people is allowing them to lead virtually normal lives. Assistive technology in action videos I have recently watched introduced me to 3 people who are being assisted by this cutting edge technology.

The use of technology in educating children with special needs has widely grown in the past few decades, and has since has changed the way people with disabilities live, work, and learn” (Winzer, 2002, p. 98). Individuals with special needs are unique and all have different areas in which they need assistance. Due to the advancements in assistive technology, computer programs, software, and other technology tools, have helped people to find useful and easier ways to become educated.

Through the promotion of a range of support, Schools and colleges can raise the aspirations of learners with SEN and disabilities. According to the Equality Act 2010, education providers and employers have a duty to ensure the inclusion for the SEN learner in the workplace. Reasonable adjustments must be in place; to ensure that the employee with SEN has the same accessibility in the workplace as typically developing employee. If the employee with SEN is at a disadvantage, there are three requirements that must be available to be put into place. The requirement to change policies within the workplace; the requirement to overcome barriers to access by physical features, for example, entrance ramps; and lastly the requirement to provide additional equipment.

People who are hearing aid user have said that there was “ a change in their family’s demeanor, which may be due to them finally being able to communicate and enjoy family life “(newsmax), Families have been more connected than before due to how effective hearing aids have been to the users and how effectively people hear what other say. Other studies say that getting hearing aids has allowed people to be more active and social due to having a higher level of confidence than before. Additionally, another study says that having hearing loss increases self consciousness. Due to how people react to people to those with hearing loss, people start to not be affected by how society has reacted to them. Those people believe that what society has to say about them is not important to them anymore. The self esteem of one grows due to how those people know that the hearing aids are helping them and society simply does not understand

The use of technology in educating children with special needs has widely grown in the past few decades. Individuals with special needs are unique and all have different areas in which they need assistance. Due to the advancements in assistive technology, computer programs, software, and other technology tools, it has become much easier for people to find useful and easier ways to become educated. Because of this, “technology has changed the way people with disabilities live, work, and learn.” (Winzer,98)