Computer-assisted cognitive rehabilitation in persons with multiple sclerosis: Results of a multi-site randomized controlled trial with six month follow-up
The effects of multiple sclerosis (MS) on cognition have gained increasing recognition as one of the major disabling symptoms of the disease. Despite the prevalence of these symptoms and their impact on quality of life, limited attention has been given to strategies that might help manage the cognitive changes commonly experienced by persons with MS. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 15, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Alexa K. Stuifbergen, Heather Becker, Francisco Perez, Janet Morrison, Adama Brown, Vicki Kullberg, Wenhui Zhang Source Type: research
Computer-Assisted Cognitive Rehabilitation in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis: Results of a Multi-Site Randomized Controlled Trial with Six Month Follow-Up
The effects of multiple sclerosis (MS) on cognition have gained increasing recognition as one of the major disabling symptoms of the disease. Despite the prevalence of these symptoms and their impact on quality of life, limited attention has been given to strategies that might help manage the cognitive changes commonly experienced by persons with MS. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 15, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Alexa K. Stuifbergen, Heather Becker, Francisco Perez, Janet Morrison, Adama Brown, Vicki Kullberg, Wenhui Zhang Source Type: research
Gender differences in tobacco use among U.S. Special Olympics athletes
The rise in women's tobacco use and subsequent health complications has generated an increase in gender-related tobacco use research. However, no research has examined gender's influence on tobacco use among people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 4, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Elaine Eisenbaum, Diana M. DiNitto, Lauren Bishop-Fitzpatrick Source Type: research
Gender Differences in Tobacco Use among U.S. Special Olympics Athletes
The rise in women ’s tobacco use and subsequent health complications has generated an increase in gender-related tobacco use research. However, no research has examined gender’s influence on tobacco use among people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 4, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Elaine Eisenbaum, Diana DiNitto, Lauren Bishop-Fitzpatrick Source Type: research
Ethical issues and dentists' practices with children with intellectual disability: A qualitative inquiry into a local French health network
The provision of dental care for children with intellectual disability raises many ethical questions. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Ariane Camoin, Lionel Dany, Corinne Tardieu, Michel Ruquet, Pierre Le Coz Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Gym-based exoskeleton walking: A preliminary exploration of non-ambulatory end-user perspectives
Robotic walking devices (RWD) have shown many physical benefits in Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) rehabilitation. No study to date has explored end-user perceptions of these devices or gained insight into the use of these devices in a gym-based setting. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Aoife Cahill, Orna Mc Ginley, Courtney Bertrand, Olive Lennon Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research
Ethical issues and dentists ’ practices with children with intellectual disability: a qualitative inquiry into a local French health network
The provision of dental care for children with intellectual disability raises many ethical questions. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Ariane Camoin, Lionel Dany, Corinne Tardieu, Michel Ruquet, Pierre Le Coz Source Type: research
Effectiveness of two home ergonomic programs in reducing pain and enhancing quality of life in informal caregivers of post-stroke patients: A pilot randomized controlled clinical trial
Informal caregivers of post-stroke patients usually undergo high levels of pain and stress and have a reduced quality of life. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Karen Lucia de Ara újo Freitas Moreira, Gracia María Ábalos-Medina, Carmen Villaverde-Gutiérrez, Neide María Gomes de Lucena, Anderson Belmont Correia de Oliveira, José Manuel Pérez-Mármol Source Type: research
Gym- based exoskeleton walking: A preliminary exploration of non-ambulatory end- user perspectives
Robotic walking devices (RWD) have shown many physical benefits in Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) rehabilitation. No study to date has explored end-user perceptions of these devices or gained insight into the use of these devices in a gym-based setting. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Aoife Cahill, Orna Mc Ginley, Courtney Bertrand, Olive Lennon Source Type: research
The psychological consequences of violence against people with disabilities
People with disabilities experience mental health disparities and higher rates of violence compared to people without disabilities. Few studies have examined the psychological consequences of violence against people with disabilities, and whether they differ from those experienced by people without disabilities. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Robert S. Dembo, Monika Mitra, Michael McKee Source Type: research
Smoking behaviors of adults with developmental disabilities and their direct support professional providers
People with developmental disabilities are not immune from the addictive effects and poor health outcomes associated with cigarette use. Direct support professionals often play a large role in the social environments of people with developmental disabilities and the literature suggests that one's environment can influence behavior. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Kendall A. Leser, Phyllis L. Pirie, Amy K. Ferketich, Susan M. Havercamp, Mary Ellen Wewers Source Type: research
Gym- based exoskeleton walking: A preliminary exploration of non-ambulatory end- user perspectives
Robotic walking devices (RWD) have shown many physical benefits in Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) rehabilitation. No study to date has explored end-user perceptions of these devices or gained insight into the use of these devices in a gym-based setting. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Aoife Cahill, Orna Mc Ginley, Courtney Bertrand, Olive Lennon Source Type: research
Effectiveness of two home ergonomic programs in reducing pain and enhancing quality of life in informal caregivers of post-stroke patients: A pilot randomized controlled clinical trial
Informal caregivers of post-stroke patients usually undergo high levels of pain and stress and have a reduced quality of life. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Karen Lucia de Ara újo Freitas Moreira, Gracia María Ábalos-Medina, Carmen Villaverde-Gutiérrez, Neide María Gomes de Lucena, Anderson Belmont Correia de Oliveira, José Manuel Pérez-Mármol Source Type: research
Ethical issues and dentists ’ practices with children with intellectual disability: a qualitative inquiry into a local French health network
The provision of dental care for children with intellectual disability raises many ethical questions. (Source: Disability and Health Journal)
Source: Disability and Health Journal - February 3, 2018 Category: Disability Authors: Ariane Camoin, Lionel Dany, Corinne Tardieu, Michel Ruquet, Pierre Le Coz Source Type: research
