The phenomenological experience of dementia and user interface development

Carrie Beth Peterson, Anelia Mitseva, Albena D. Mihovska, Neeli R. Prasad, Ramjee Prasad

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Abstract

This study follows the project ISISEMD through a phenomenological approach of investigating the experience of the Human Computer Interaction (HCI) for someone with dementia. The aim is to accentuate the Assistive Technology (AT) from the end user perspective. It proposes that older adults and those with dementia should no longer be an overlooked population, and how the HCI community can learn from their experiences to develop methods and design interfaces which truly benefit these individuals. Guidelines from previous research are incorporated along with eclectic, user-centered strategies as the interface designers for ISISEMD develop an appropriate and effective modality. The paper outlines the interconnected difficulties associated with the characteristics of older adults with mild dementia, which are important to be considered when introducing AT to that group of end users. It further presents clear design considerations for the adaptation of user interfaces.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2009 2ND INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON APPLIED SCIENCES IN BIOMEDICAL AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES (ISABEL 2009)
Number of pages5
Place of PublicationBratislava
PublisherIEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)
Publication date24 Nov 2009
Pages1-5
ISBN (Print)978-1-4244-4640-7
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 24 Nov 2009
Event2nd International Symposium on Applied Sciences in Biomedical and Communication Technologies - Bratislava, Slovakia
Duration: 24 Nov 200927 Nov 2009

Conference

Conference2nd International Symposium on Applied Sciences in Biomedical and Communication Technologies
Country/TerritorySlovakia
CityBratislava
Period24/11/200927/11/2009

Keywords

  • Assistive Technology
  • phenomenology
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • computer interface
  • dementia

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