scholarly journals Phygital interfaces for people with intellectual disability: an exploratory study at a social care center

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mirko Gelsomini ◽  
Micol Spitale ◽  
Franca Garzotto
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Skills ◽  
Social Care ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Tangible Interaction ◽  
Behavioral Skills ◽  
Theoretical Approaches ◽  
Digital Contents ◽  
Research Platform ◽  
People With Intellectual Disabilities

AbstractPhygital interaction is a form of tangible interaction where digital and physical contents are combined in such a way that the locus of multimedia information is detached from the physical material(s) manipulated by the user. The use of phygital interaction is supported by several theoretical approaches that emphasize the development of cognitive skills dependent upon embodied interactions with the physical environment. Several studies demonstrate the potential of using phygital technologies for supporting people with intellectual disabilities (ID) in the development of cognitive, sensorimotor, social and behavioral skills. Our research aims at exploring the potential of phygital interaction for (young) adults with ID in a real setting, using a research platform called Reflex as a case study. For this purpose, we ran an empirical study involving 17 participants with ID and 8 specialists, and compared Reflex with approaches making use of only digital contents or paper-based materials. Our findings highlighted the potentials of phygital approaches to perform interventions with people with ID, enhancing their performances with an appreciated interaction method. In addition, the post-study interviews with specialists favoured the adoption of phygital technologies in a social care context.

scholarly journals Um breve percurso na prática de inserção social em um centro de atenção psicossocial – CAPS na Bahia / A Brief Overview of Social Inclusion Practice in a Psycho-social Care Center (CAPS) in Bahia

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 124 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonia Vieira Santos ◽  
Herbert Toledo Martins
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Social Inclusion ◽  
Social Care ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Master's Level ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
The Social ◽  
Professional Practitioners

ResumoEsse trabalho é resultado de uma pesquisa de mestrado que teve  como objetivo apreender os modos de construção da inserção social no cotidiano de sujeitos em sofrimento psíquico a partir dos discursos dos profissionais do CAPS I Ana Nery na cidade de Cachoeira/BA. Para tanto, foi lançada mão de um estudo de caso com entrevistas  semiestruturadas, efetivando uma pesquisa qualitativa. Para análise das falas fez-se uso da Análise do discurso de Pêcheux. Os resultados e discussões estão apresentados em quatro categorias de análise: os ‘nós’ no processo de inserção social de usuários do dispositivo de saúde mental, CAPS; CAPS: tecendo inserção social nas malhas da cidade; ações de contratualidade na saúde mental e; corresponsabilização:equipe técnica e familiares de usuários de CAPS na promoção de  inserção social. A discussão que intercala essas categorias promove a leitura para uma possível inserção social de sujeitos em sofrimento psíquico, visando a efetivação da política de desinstitucionalização no movimento  antimanicomial. A pesquisa nos leva a constatar os desafios que se apresentam ao processo de inserção social para usuários de CAPS e as agonias e lutas que esse dispositivo de desinstitucionalização enfrenta cotidianamente para sustentar as ideias antimanicomiais em suas práticas.Palavras-chave: Saúde Mental; Inserção Social; Desinstitucionalização. AbstractThis paper is the result of a Master's level research seeking to understand the construction of modes of social inclusion in the quotidian of individuals suffering psychological distress. Based on professional practitioners’ reports from the Ana NeryPsycho-social Care Center (CAPS) in the city of Cachoeira in the state of Bahia, this case study uses semi-structured interviews to carry out a qualitative research. The analysis of the spoken texts makes use of Pêcheux speech analysis. The results anddiscussions are presented under four categories: the 'knots'within the social integration process of psycho-social care in CAPS; weaving social inclusion into urban meshes through CAPS; contractuality in mental health; and, co-responsibility: the role oftechnical staff and CAPS users’ families in promoting social inclusion. The discussion running through these categories promotes a reading towards the possible social inclusion of individuals in psychological distress, aimed at the realization of a policy of deinstitutionalization within the anti-asylum movement. The research acknowledges the challenges facing the social inclusion process facing CAPS users and the agonies andstruggles the dispositif of deinstitutionalization takes onevery day to sustain anti-asylum initiatives within its practices.Keywords: Mental Health; Social Inclusion; Deinstitutionalization.

A case study evaluation of a community multidisciplinary team in South East England using a mixed-method approach

2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (suppl 1) ◽  
pp. bjgp20X711569
Author(s):  
Jessica Wyatt Muscat
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Social Care ◽  
Free Form ◽  
Normalisation Process Theory ◽  
Multidisciplinary Teams ◽  
Mixed Method Approach ◽  
Health And Social Care ◽  
Method Approach

BackgroundCommunity multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) represent a model of integrated care comprising health, social care, and the voluntary sector where members work collaboratively to coordinate care for those patients most at risk.AimThe evaluation will answer the question, ‘What are the enablers and what are the restrictors to the embedding of the case study MDT into the routine practice of the health and social care teams involved in the project?’MethodThe MDT was evaluated using a mixed-method approach with normalisation process theory as a methodological tool. Both quantitative and qualitative data were gathered through a questionnaire consisting of the NoMAD survey followed by free-form questions.ResultsThe concepts of the MDT were generally clear, and participants could see the potential benefits of the programme, though this was found to be lower in GPs. Certain professionals, particularly mental health and nursing professionals, found it difficult to integrate the MDT into normal working patterns because of a lack of resources. Participants also felt there was a lack of training for MDT working. A lack of awareness of evidence supporting the programme was shown particularly within management, GP, and nursing roles.ConclusionSpecific recommendations have been made in order to improve the MDT under evaluation. These include adjustments to IT systems and meeting documentation, continued education as to the purpose of the MDT, and the engagement of GPs to enable better buy-in. Recommendations were made to focus the agenda with specialist attendance when necessary, and to expand the MDT remit, particularly in mental health and geriatrics.

scholarly journals Enacting alternatives to nationalist essentialising in language learning: Students’ voices

2021 ◽  
pp. 001458582098650
Author(s):  
Gloria De Vincenti ◽  
Angela Giovanangeli
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Critical Discourse Analysis ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Social Contexts ◽  
Critical Discourse ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Language And Culture ◽  
Theoretical Approaches ◽  
Alternative Approaches

Researchers examining nationalistic conceptions of language learning argue that nationalist essentialism often shapes the way languages are taught by educators and understood by learners. While numerous studies focus on how frameworks informed by Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) and intercultural education offer alternative approaches to national stereotyping, these studies tend to focus on theoretical approaches, teacher perspectives or innovative teaching and learning resources. The literature to date, however, does not provide case studies on student responses to activities designed by the teacher to open up the classroom with opportunities that move beyond essentialist representations. This article responds to the need for such scholarship and presents a case study involving a focus group with tertiary students in an Italian language and culture subject. It reveals some of the ways in which students enacted and reflected upon alternatives to nationalist essentialising as a result of language learning activities that had been informed by the discursive processes of CDA. The findings suggest that students demonstrated skills and attitudes such as curiosity, subjectivities and connections with broader social contexts. Some of the data also indicates student engagement in critical inquiry and their potential for social agency.

scholarly journals Design of a Stand-Alone Energy Hybrid System for a Makeshift Health Care Center: A Case Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 102346
Author(s):  
Tamal Chowdhury ◽  
Hemal Chowdhury ◽  
Samiul Hasan ◽  
Md Salman Rahman ◽  
Muhammad Mostafa Kamal Bhuiya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Hybrid System ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Health Care Center

scholarly journals Human security as biosecurity

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-23
Author(s):  
Craig Albert ◽  
Amado Baez ◽  
Joshua Rutland
Keyword(s):  
International Security ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Human Security ◽  
The United States ◽  
Security Threat ◽  
Global Security ◽  
Case Study Analysis ◽  
Theoretical Approaches ◽  
The Individual

Abstract Research within security studies has struggled to determine whether infectious disease (ID) represents an existential threat to national and international security. With the emergence of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), it is imperative to reexamine the relationship between ID and global security. This article addresses the specific threat to security from COVID-19, asking, “Is COVID-19 a threat to national and international security?” To investigate this question, this article uses two theoretical approaches: human security and biosecurity. It argues that COVID-19 is a threat to global security by the ontological crisis posed to individuals through human security theory and through high politics, as evidenced by biosecurity. By viewing security threats through the lens of the individual and the state, it becomes clear that ID should be considered an international security threat. This article examines the relevant literature and applies the theoretical framework to a case study analysis focused on the United States.

Synthesis and Experimental Studies on Supramolecular Synthons of Aminoguanidinium Carboxylates: A Case Study of π-HoleBonded Carbon Bonding via Theoretical Approaches

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (35) ◽  
pp. 10032-10048
Author(s):  
Govindarajan Radha ◽  
Baskaran Vijaya Pandiyan ◽  
Palanisamy Deepa ◽  
Subbiah Govindarajan ◽  
Ponmalai Kolandaivel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Supramolecular Synthons ◽  
Theoretical Approaches ◽  
Carbon Bonding

Counselling Support for People with Intellectual Disabilities: The Use of Narrative Therapy

2012 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stuart Wark
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Narrative Therapy ◽  
Goal Attainment ◽  
Social Constructionist ◽  
Grief And Loss ◽  
Descriptive Case Study ◽  
Severe Intellectual Disability ◽  
People With Intellectual Disabilities

This article uses a descriptive case study design to examine the potential of narrative therapy as a direct intervention for adults with moderate-to-severe intellectual disabilities, autism and/or severe communication limitations. Archival clinical data on four individuals who received a form of social constructionist narrative therapy are examined for goal attainment. The data were analysed qualitatively with specific input from individuals, their families and carers. Findings indicate improvements in quality of life through reductions in situational and environmental anxieties, and in coping with grief and loss. The results suggest that narrative therapy techniques can be beneficial in assisting individuals with severe intellectual disability to achieve meaningful and persistent improvements in their life.

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