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Suicidality in Individuals With Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis
Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.Abstract Objective To evaluate the prevalence of suicidality, including suicidal ideation and attempts, in individuals with any type of hearing loss compared to individuals without hearing loss, and to assess risk factors for suicidality in this population.
Isabelle J. Chau +5 more
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PM&R, EarlyView.Abstract Climate‐driven disasters have disproportionate and often devastating consequences on individuals with disabilities. Warming ocean and air temperatures are fueling more extreme tropical cyclones, further endangering those living in at‐risk regions.
Mollie Andreae +4 more
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Input Devices to Support Communication for People with Serious Disability
Input Devices to Support Communication for People with Serious DisabilityPersons suffering from intractable disease like ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) and spinal cord injury often show deterioration in muscular function. Some of these patients are obliged to use artificial respirators and cannot have verbal communication with others. In order to support their communication, there exist various input devices like touch
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Chronic Poverty and Disability in Uganda [PDF]
, 2003 The study of poverty - situation, dynamics, and impact - has received much impetus in the last 10 years in Uganda. Evidence from the country’s Household Surveys and the recently concluded Participatory Poverty Assessment (PPA) has yielded much needed ...
Lwanga-Ntale, Charles
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PM&R, EarlyView.Abstract Background Group treatments and interdisciplinary collaboration are recommended in evidence‐based guidelines for neurorehabilitation, including physical and speech‐language therapy. Evidence suggests that activating overlapping neural networks for upper extremity motor control and speech‐language processing produces synergistic effects during ...
Nina Greiner +3 more
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On the role of generative artificial intelligence in the development of brain-computer interfaces
BMC Biomedical EngineeringSince their inception more than 50 years ago, Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) have held promise to compensate for functions lost by people with disabilities through allowing direct communication between the brain and external devices.
Seif Eldawlatly
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PM&R, EarlyView.Abstract Background Epidemiological studies show an increasing incidence of traumatic brain injury (TBI) among people aged 65 years and older. Advances in neurointensive care have improved survival after TBI. There is a need for knowledge about long‐term outcome after TBI among older survivors of TBI.
Charlotta von Seth +4 more
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Journal of Field Robotics, EarlyView.ABSTRACT This paper details the design and development of SensHB.Q, a force‐sensitive handlebar intended for caregivers driving electric‐powered wheelchairs, particularly those with omnidirectional mobility. The same interface can also be used in the future to operate other omnidirectional motorized systems, such as mobile robots, hospital beds, and ...
Luigi Tagliavini, Giuseppe Quaglia
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Journal of Field Robotics, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Personal autonomous vehicles can sense their surrounding environment, plan their route, and drive with little or no involvement of human drivers. Despite the latest technological advancements and the hopeful announcements made by leading entrepreneurs, to date no personal vehicle is approved for road circulation in a “fully” or “semi ...
Xingshuai Dong +13 more
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