“Do It by Myself” or Autonomy, Participation, and Assistive Devices and Technology Needs of Children and Youth With Disabilities: Text Mining Analysis of a National Survey in France - Report - MDSpire

“Do It by Myself” or Autonomy, Participation, and Assistive Devices and Technology Needs of Children and Youth With Disabilities: Text Mining Analysis of a National Survey in France

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  • Johanne Mensah Gourmel

  • Maxime Bourgain

  • Maxime Galloy

  • Mario Veruete

  • Gwenaël Cornec

  • Sylvain Brochard

  • Christelle Pons

  • Arriel Benis

  • July 8, 2026

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Autonomy, Engagement, and the Requirements for Assistive Technologies

Overview

This study explores the needs for assistive technologies among disabled children and adolescents in France, highlighting user engagement in technology development.

Background

Children and youth with disabilities face various activity limitations that impact their participation in daily life. Assistive technologies can improve functioning across different domains, including education and recreation.

Data Highlights

No numerical data or trial data was provided in the source material.

Key Findings

  • Assistive technologies can improve functioning for children with diverse disabilities.
  • User engagement is vital in the development of relevant assistive technologies.
  • The 'Innovation for Participation' survey was designed to identify specific needs related to activity limitations.
  • Open-ended responses in surveys provide insights into the challenges faced by disabled children.
  • Challenges in technology adoption include accessibility and design issues.

Clinical Implications

Healthcare professionals should prioritize user engagement when developing assistive technologies.

Conclusion

The study emphasizes the importance of engaging users in the development of assistive technologies.

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