Introducing Therapeutic Robotics for Autism / by Raheel Nawaz and Sara Ali.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Nawaz, Raheel, author.

Ali, Sara, author.

Contributor:

ProQuest ebook central

Louis B. Flexner Medical Book Fund.

Series:

Emerald points

Emerald Points

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Communication devices for autistic children.

Robots--Therapeutic use.

Robots.

Physical Description:

1 online resource.

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Bingley : Emerald Publishing Limited, 2023.

Contents:

Intro

Half Title Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication Page

Contents

List of Abbreviations

About the Authors

Acknowledgements

1-Introduction to Autism

Uniquely Human

1.1. What is Autism?

1.1.1. Spectrum of Autism

1.2. History of Autism

1.3. Prevalence of Autism

1.4. Preliminary Assessment and Screening of Autism

1.5. Scales for Autism Assessment

1.6. Causes and Prognosis of Autism

1.7. Managing Autism

1.8. Autism and Robots

2-Machines and Autism

2.1. Autism and Technology

2.2. Intervention Strategies

2.2.1. Applied Behaviour Analysis

2.3. Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Children with Autism

2.4. Technological Assisted Interventions and its Implications

2.5. Artificial Humans Treating Autism

2.5.1. Apps

2.5.2. Wearables

2.5.3. Robot-Assisted Therapies

2.5.3.1. Robotic Interventions for Verbal and Non-Verbal Speech

2.5.3.2. Virtual Reality and Autism

2.5.3.3. Robotic Therapy for Joint Attention and Imitation

2.6. Effect of Robotic Platform

2.7. Pros and Cons of RATs

3-Implications of Robot-Assisted Therapies on Children with ASD

3.1. Roles of Robots in RAATs

3.1.1. Effect of Home-Based Robotic Therapies

3.2. Evaluation Studies

3.3. Effects of Long- and Short-Term Interactions

3.4. Evolving Concerns

3.5. Future Direction

4-Policy Recommendations, ƯSustainable Development Goals and Ethical Considerations for Society of Autism

4.1. Introduction

4.2. Policy Guidance by UNICEF

4.3. Responsible AI is ethical

4.3.1. AI and Child's Rights: Risk Versus Opportunities

4.4. Digital Technologies and SDGs for Children with Disabilities

4.5. Conclusion

References

Index

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI Available via World Wide Web.

Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on January 04, 2023).

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Louis B. Flexner Medical Book Fund.

Other Format:

Print version: Nawaz, Raheel Introducing Therapeutic Robotics for Autism

ISBN:

9781802627770

1802627774

Publisher Number:

99992477158

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.