The Use of Assistive Technology as a Tool for Family Support and Recovery Post Acquired Brain Injury

2022 ◽  
pp. 268-278
Author(s):  
Khalida Akbar
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injury ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
Family Support ◽  
Empirical Data ◽  
Recovery Period ◽  
Theoretical Data ◽  
Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Support Structures ◽  
Theoretical Understanding

The recovery period post acquired brain injury (ABI) results in individuals becoming vastly dependent on family support and caregivers. Theoretical data and findings suggest that there is a lack of awareness and family support structures surrounding those affected by ABI. The empirical data indicated the need for further research and development aimed at improving conditions for recovery for individuals who are recovering from acquired brain injury. This chapter is aimed at creating awareness of assistive technology that can be used in conjunction with existing family support structures for people who are affected by ABI. The findings of this study have the potential to significantly contribute to practices and policies in society through research by providing a local country-contextual theoretical understanding of what needs to be done for persons with ABI and how AT can be used as a recovery tool within family support structures during the recovery process.

Training-the-Trainer on Assistive Technology for Cognition (ATC): Current Practices

2013 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 90-94 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laurie Ehlhardt Powell ◽  
Tracey Wallace ◽  
Michelle ranae Wild
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injury ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
Online Training ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Train The Trainer ◽  
Rehabilitation Professionals ◽  
Remote Locations ◽  
Training Package ◽  
And Training

Research shows that if clinicians are to deliver effective, evidence-based assistive technology for cognition (ATC) services to clients with acquired brain injury (ABI), they first need opportunities to gain knowledge and experience with ATC assessment and training practices (O'Neil-Pirozzi, Kendrick, Goldstein, & Glenn, 2004). This article describes three examples of train the trainer materials and programs to address this need: (a) a toolkit for trainers to learn more about assessing and training ATC; (b) a comprehensive, trans-disciplinary program for training staff to provide ATC services in a metropolitan area; and (c) an overview of an on-site/online training package for rehabilitation professionals working with individuals with ABI in remote locations.

Assistive Technology for Cognition Following Brain Injury: Guidelines for Device and App Selection

2013 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 49-58 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle Ranae Wild
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injury ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
Operating Systems ◽  
Cognitive Disabilities ◽  
Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Rehabilitation Professionals ◽  
The Past ◽  
Cognitive Challenges ◽  
Changing World

The widespread use of mobile technologies and applications (apps) among the non-disabled population in the past several years to stay connected, track appointments, stay organized, etc., has had profound implications for those with cognitive disabilities following acquired brain injury. Assistive technology for cognition (ATC) includes the use of these same systems to compensate for common cognitive challenges following ABI. And although the use of mainstream technologies in this population is a potential boon, it can be difficult for rehabilitation professionals to keep up with the changing world of devices, operating systems, and applications (apps). This article provides an overview of devices and apps currently used as ATC and provides guidelines for device and app selection and a framework for facilitating meta-cognition and generalization through the ATC instruction process. (Note: The devices and apps described in this article are not intended to be an endorsement of any particular system.)

scholarly journals Adaptive manuals as assistive technology to support and train people with acquired brain injury in their daily life activities

2012 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 1117-1126 ◽  
Author(s):  
Javier Gómez ◽  
Germán Montoro ◽  
Pablo A. Haya ◽  
Xavier Alamán ◽  
Susana Alves ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injury ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
Daily Life Activities

scholarly journals A Pilot Study of the Psychosocial Impact of Low-Cost Assistive Technology for Sexual Functioning in People with Acquired Brain Injury

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (7) ◽  
pp. 3765
Author(s):  
Estíbaliz Jiménez ◽  
Feliciano Ordóñez
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injury ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
Outcome Measures ◽  
Sexual Functioning ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
Psychosocial Impact ◽  
Assistive Device ◽  
Plissit Model

People with acquired brain injury (ABI) face limitations when performing activities of daily living, including sexuality. Despite the common use among this group of assistive technology to compensate for or neutralize the limitations deriving from their condition, there is very little literature on outcome measures in assistive technology for sexual functioning. The aim of this study was to explore the psychosocial impact of the use of low-cost assistive technology in people with ABI. The sample was made up of 18 users: 15 men and 3 women diagnosed with ABI. The PLISSIT model was used, as well as the Psychosocial Impact of Assistive Device Scale—PIADS as an assessment tool. Three types of low-cost assistive technology were developed: seat cushions, bed equipment, and back supports. All three types of AT obtained positive scores on the PIADS total scale and its three subscales: competence, adaptability, and self-esteem. Although the results of this study are positive, more research into outcome measures for products to improve sexual functioning in people with ABI is required.

scholarly journals ”Hvis man havde set mig som menneske fremfor bare min skade” – Indefra-perspektiver på dansk neurorehabilitering

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Chalotte Glintborg
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injury ◽  
Empirical Data ◽  
Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
Human Being ◽  
Study Analysis ◽  
Neurological Disability ◽  
Rehabilitation Process ◽  
Follow Up Study ◽  
Master Status

Øvrig forfatter: Dorthe Birkmose, cand.psych., selvstændig psykolog og kursusleder.  ResuméFormålet med denne artikel er at se nærmere på, hvordan mennesker oplever at blive mødt i hjerneskaderehabiliteringen i Danmark. Empirisk trækkes der på interviews med de 82 personer, der indgik i ph.d.-afhandlingen ”Grib mennesket” (Glintborg, 2015) samt et opfølgningsstudie efter 5 år. Analyserne trækker på diskurspsykologi og narrativ teori til at udforske fortællinger og diskurser om personer med erhvervede hjerneskader. Analyserne viser, at det individuelle aspekt kan blive skubbet til side af et for stort fokus på hjerneskaden. Konklusionen er, at der er et behov for en professionalisme, der i højere grad balancerer den neurofaglige viden med indefra-perspektivet hos det enkelte menneske.AbstraktThe aim of this study was to explore how Danish adults with an acquired brain injury (ABI) experience encounters with professionals during their rehabilitation process. The study draws on empirical data from 82 adults with moderate to severe ABI collected as part of a Ph.D. project (Glintborg, 2015) and a 5-year follow up study. Analysis reveal that once diagnosed with ABI, this label can take a master status in encounters with professionals. Professionals' reification of the diagnosis of brain injury can be oppressive because it subjugates humanity such that everything a person does can be interpreted as part of the neurological disability. We conclude that there is a need for a new kind of professionalism that balance the diagnostic lens with a lens on the person as a human being.

scholarly journals Support Network Responses to Acquired Brain Injury

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steffany Chleboun ◽  
Karen Hux
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injury ◽  
Social Relationships ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Support Networks ◽  
Support Network ◽  
Field Notes

Acquired brain injury (ABI) affects social relationships; however, the ways social and support networks change and evolve as a result of brain injury is not well understood. This study explored ways in which survivors of ABI and members of their support networks perceive relationship changes as recovery extends into the long-term stage. Two survivors of ABI and members of their respective support networks participated in this case study integrating information from interviews, field notes, and artifacts. Inductive data analysis revealed themes of adjustment to impairments and compensations, connection changes with other people, feelings of protectiveness toward the survivor, emotional intensity, and the influence of personality traits on the recovery process. Application of these themes to intervention suggests health care professionals might benefit from shifting their focus from the survivor alone to the survivor functioning within a social support network.

Helping a Man With Acquired Brain Injury and Multiple Disabilities Manage Television Use Via Assistive Technology

2010 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 285-293 ◽  
Author(s):  
Giulio E. Lancioni ◽  
Nirbhay N. Singh ◽  
Mark F. O'Reilly ◽  
Jeff Sigafoos ◽  
Doretta Oliva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injury ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
Multiple Disabilities ◽  
Television Use

Electronic assistive technology used by people with acquired brain injury in shared supported accommodation: Implications for occupational therapy

2017 ◽  
Vol 80 (2) ◽  
pp. 89-98 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca Jamwal ◽  
Libby Callaway ◽  
Jane Ackerl ◽  
Louise Farnworth ◽  
Di Winkler
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injury ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
Psychosocial Impact ◽  
Everyday Functioning ◽  
Supported Accommodation ◽  
Severe Acquired Brain Injury ◽  
The Impact

Introduction People with severe acquired brain injury often require lifetime support, sometimes received from paid workers if living in shared supported accommodation. Electronic assistive technology may offer a less intrusive method of support that can enable autonomous participation and deliver cost savings. However, research on rates, barriers, and facilitators of electronic assistive technology uptake is lacking. This study aimed to identify electronic assistive technology types used by people with acquired brain injury living in shared supported accommodation, assess user satisfaction and psychosocial impact of electronic assistive technology, detail the impact of technology use on respondents’ participation and support needs, and describe barriers and/or facilitators to electronic assistive technology uptake and ongoing use. Method Participants were identified electronic assistive technology users with acquired brain injury living in shared supported accommodation in Australia ( N = 22). Mixed methods data were collected using semi-structured interviews and published measures of support need, electronic assistive technology satisfaction, and psychosocial impact. Results Participants reported satisfaction with the devices they used, and positive psychosocial outcomes. Areas impacted by electronic assistive technology, key facilitators and barriers to electronic assistive technology use, and implications for occupational therapists working to deliver electronic assistive technology solutions were identified. Conclusion Electronic assistive technology use by this group can positively influence both everyday functioning and participation. Skilled prescription and ongoing support services are necessary to maximise uptake and use.

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