| Description |
1 online resource |
| Series |
Emerald points
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| Contents |
Chapter 1. Introduction to Autism -- Uniquely Human Chapter 2. Machines and Autism Chapter 3. Implications of Robot-Assisted Therapies on Children with ASD Chapter 4. Policy Recommendations, Sustainable Development Goals and Ethical Considerations for Society of Autism. |
| Summary |
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can cause significant social, communication and behavioural challenges. Introducing Therapeutic Robotics for Autism is the first book to explore the use of Robot Assisted Therapies (RAT) for children with ASD. Raheel Nawaz and Sara Ali present a holistic picture, exploring state-of-the-art robot assisted therapies available for supporting children with ASD, the impact of various robot assisted therapies on different communication skills, and challenges with robotic therapies. The book concludes with policy recommendations for parents, psychologists, therapists, and roboticists working in the domain. Written accessibly from the user's perspective, Introducing Therapeutic Robotics for Autism is a must read for researchers from related disciplinary backgrounds including robotics, educational psychology, cognitive sciences, and ASD. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Communication devices for autistic children.
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Robots -- Therapeutic use.
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Autism & Aspergers Syndrome. |
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Social Science, People with Disabilities. |
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Communication devices for autistic children |
| Added Author |
Ali, Sara, author.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: 9781802627787 |
| ISBN |
1802627790 |
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9781802627770 (PDF ebook) |
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1802627774 |
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9781802627794 (electronic bk.) |
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9781802627787 (hbk.) |
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