The primary objective of this document is to outline the ethical principles, values, and beliefs of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. However, the document may also serve as a useful guide for member associations in developing their own Code of Ethics within their local context.
Assistive technologies
for people with
disabilities
Assistive technologies (ATs) are designed to improve the functional capabilities of people with disabilities. Some are relatively low-tech and very familiar, such as such as reading glasses, crutches and hearing aids. Others are more advanced, using cutting-edge science and technology, with future ATs under development that could have a huge impact on all our lives. This briefing provides an overview of a scientific foresight study of ATs for three specific types of disability: blindness and visual impairment, deafness and hearing impairment, and autism spectrum disorders.
Details
Publisher Name:
European Parliament
Publisher Website:
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/stoa/en/document/EPRS_IDA(2018)603218
Publication Year:
2018
Languages:
English
Country or Region:
European Region
Categories:
Awareness raising and advocacy, Evidence and data, Report
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