The impact of aphasia on Internet and technology use.

CONCLUSIONS: It is clear that aphasia often negatively affects Internet use and proficiency. However, this research clearly demonstrates that it is important to consider the influence of factors such as age, proxy use, education, and previous technology use and experience. Implications for rehabilitation Post-stroke aphasia contributes negatively to Internet use, particularly in the use of online communication tools such as email and messaging services. Sub-groups of people with aphasia are likely to be more vulnerable to exclusion from the benefits of the Internet; specifically, older people and those with lower levels of educational attainment. It is common for both older adults with and without aphasia to use the Internet via a proxy. Independent use may not always be the desired goal within rehabilitation. People with aphasia may perceive their age and disability as barriers to using the Internet and may lack confidence in their own ability or potential. PMID: 30982360 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Tags: Disabil Rehabil Source Type: research