Individuals with ASD will most likely need some form of support no matter where they fall on the spectrum. Whether it’s an abundance of support or very little, it is important to know about all the available forms of tech support to help make the best decision for your level of assistance required. There are two categories of tech support: assistive and adaptive. Assistive Technology is a type of product or system that is used to improve the functional capabilities of people with disabilities. Adaptive technology is a subcategory of assistive technology – it is a product or system that is specifically designed for people with disabilities.
The information below was obtained by AASPIRE Healthcare Toolkit for Patients and Supporters.
Helpful Devices:
- Dragon Naturally Speaking https://www.nuance.com/dragon.html
- Kurzweil Education https://www.kurzweiledu.com/products/products.html
- Smart Pen https://www.livescribe.com/smartpen/