Assistive technologies and other supports for people with brain impairment

Scherer, Marcia J. 1948-

Assistive technologies and other supports for people with brain impairment [electronic resource] / by Marcia J. Scherer. - New York : Springer Pub. Co., c2012. - xv, 384 p.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The aging brain, when the mind dissolves -- The brain born with a disability, when the mind grows -- How the brain works -- Treatment and rehabilitation practices : intervening in cognitive disability -- The potential of technology to assist individuals with cognitive disabilities -- Assistive technologies for mobility, communication, seeing, hearing, and activities for daily living -- Assistive technologies for cognition -- Environmental barriers and enablers -- Getting support and services -- Matching person and technology -- The future is bright, but there are challenges.


Electronic reproduction.
Palo Alto, Calif. :
ebrary,
2012.
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Assistive computer technology.
Self-help devices for people with disabilities.
Brain--Diseases.


Electronic books.

HV1569.5 / .S3 2012eb

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