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Mobile computing technology and aphasia: an integrated review of accessibility and potential uses

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Brandenburg, Caitlin, Worrall, Linda, Rodriguez, Amy D., Copland, David·2013·Aphasiology
DOI 10.1080/02687038.2013.772293
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Background: Recently, the use of mobile computer technology in health management has received attention in research and clinical domains. The role of mobile devices such as smart phones and tablet PCs in the management of aphasia has not yet been thoroughly reviewed in the literature, and research on mobile technology and aphasia is scarce. Aims: The aim of this paper is to review accessibility issues and the potential uses of mobile computing for people with aphasia, with a view to stimulating and guiding further research. Main Contribution: The literature reviewed is synthesised into key design features which may enhance the accessibility of technology for people with aphasia. The importance of access to technology for non-rehabilitative purposes and the potential role of smart phones as a cost-effective, time-efficient and context-sensitive health management tool are outlined. Potential functions of speech pathology applications (apps) are also proposed, with the aim of improving the organisation and direction of research in this area. Conclusions: Improving access to mobile computing technology by people with aphasia has the potential for enhancing both social participation and management of aphasia. It is clear from this review that more research is needed into how accessibility may be improved, as well as on the development of mobile applications that aid management of aphasia.

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  • The variety of symptoms experienced by people with aphasia makes it difficult to interact with products and technologies such as mobile phones, creating a barrier to digital participation.

    “The variety of symptoms experienced by people with aphasia also makes it difficult to interact with products and technologies such as mobile phones, creating a barrier to digital participation (Greig et al., 2008;Brandenburg et al., 2013).”

    From Use and acceptance of voice assistants among people with aphasia in Germany (2023) · cites this paper as Brandenburg et al., 2013

  • Voice assistants can fulfill other functions recognized as potential uses of mobile technologies to enhance participation of people with aphasia.

    “Other functions recognized as potential uses of mobile technologies to enhance participation of people with aphasia (Brandenburg et al., 2013) can be fulfilled by voice assistants, e.g., supporting interpersonal relationships through chatting and social networking, and enabling activities such as online shopping, managing, and remembering tasks and schedules, or video calling.”

    From Use and acceptance of voice assistants among people with aphasia in Germany (2023) · cites this paper as Brandenburg et al., 2013

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Authors
Brandenburg, C., Worrall, L., Rodriguez, A. D., & Copland, D.
Affiliations
The University of Queensland (AU)
Corresponding author
Worrall, Linda
ORCID
Venue
Aphasiology
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Published
2013-04
Volume
27
Issue
4
Pages
444-461
ISSN
  • 0268-7038 (ISSN-L)
  • 1464-5041
DOI
10.1080/02687038.2013.772293
OpenAlex
W1971532147
Cited by
84
References
56
Citations by year
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FWCI
25.14
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
Licence
other-oa
Locations
  • Aphasiology (publishedVersion)
  • Griffith Research Online (submittedVersion, other-oa)
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Health Professions › Occupational Therapy › Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility
  • Health Sciences › Health Professions › General Health Professions › Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
  • Physical Sciences › Computer Science › Information Systems › Mobile Learning in Education
Keywords
aphasia, mobile computing, mobile application, tablet computers, accessibility, assistive technology, aphasia rehabilitation, social participation (health and rehabilitation), health management

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