Abstract
A review of the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technology by 50 persons with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis was completed over the course of 4 years. Ninety-six percent of the participants in this study accepted AAC technology, either immediately (90%) or after some delay (6%), and only 4% (n = 2) rejected AAC technology. None of the participants discontinued use of their AAC technology. Reasons for acceptance decisions were discussed in interviews with study participants and the results are presented.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 113-122 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | AAC: Augmentative and Alternative Communication |
Volume | 20 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 2004 |
Keywords
- Adult motor speech disorders
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
- Dysarthria
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Rehabilitation
- Speech and Hearing