- Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
- Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility
- Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
- Parkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
- Family and Disability Support Research
- Children's Physical and Motor Development
- Hospital Admissions and Outcomes
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Family Support in Illness
- Adolescent and Pediatric Healthcare
- Comics and Graphic Narratives
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Educational Games and Gamification
- Parental Involvement in Education
- Aging and Gerontology Research
- Language, Discourse, Communication Strategies
- Shakespeare, Adaptation, and Literary Criticism
- Reflective Practices in Education
- Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
- Patient Safety and Medication Errors
- Legal Education and Practice Innovations
- Digital Mental Health Interventions
- Education and Critical Thinking Development
- Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods
University of Ulster
2023
Newcastle University
2014-2015
Abstract Background Computer based gaming systems, such as the Microsoft Kinect (Kinect), can facilitate complex task practice, enhance sensory feedback and action observation in novel, relevant motivating modes of exercise which be difficult to achieve with standard physiotherapy for people Parkinson’s disease (PD). However, there is a current need safe, feasible effective games that are appropriate PD rehabilitation. The aims this study were i) develop computer game rehabilitate dynamic...
Parkinson's is a complex and multifaceted condition with myriad of symptoms, thus, designing for this user group requires careful consideration. We reflect upon two studies, employing different design methodologies, relating to the rehabilitative exergames in Parkinson's. The first explored concept 'for' People (PwP) focused on specifications outlined by clinical stakeholders. second used 'with' approach modified pre-established participatory method use PwP. call attention importance...
Type 1 diabetes affects approximately in every 500 children the UK. Although it is a lifelong condition, there are few if any overt manifestations, which can make more difficult to meet people with same condition. To avoid risk of health complications, an emphasis placed on routine self-management behaviours. However, factors such as desire 'fit in' peer group may impede adherence and thus increase probability diminished later life. Creating appropriate support networks be valuable aiding...
Abstract We consider the findings of a study experiences Postgraduate Researchers with Disabilities and explore how this relates to academic freedom. Drawing upon provisions Public Sector Equality Duty Indirect Discrimination within Act (2010), we note that range existing public policy practices, such as operation REF, are likely be in breach these obligations. recommend revisions practice speak more widely general concern freedom, suggesting consideration anti‐discrimination law – rather...