Special issue: Assistive technology (II)

Abstract

This is the second of a two-part special issue on assistive technology. We had an enthusiastic, international response to the call, with the first part published in February 2017. The articles collected here proceed from assistive technology in relation to children and young people, through to adults with a variety of disabilities, and conclude with papers that consider technology's contribution to delivering better care. Wilkes-Gillan et al. (2017) describe how video modelling can be used to improve the social play skills of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Rosen et al. (2017) also used video modelling with adolescents with autism, expanding on existing research that indicates technology can play a key role in helping the acquisition of critical life skills. Adams et al. (2017) examine the growing area of assistive robots, and how they can support children with physical disabilities to interact in common play activities. In a review article, Biajar et al. (2017) identify the potential role of technology in assisting sleep for those with stroke and acquired brain injury and opportunities for future research. Kylberg et al. (2017) attempt to understand better how older adults are using mobility devices within specific