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Rosenbloom, Alfred A. – New Outlook for the Blind, 1974
Descriptors: Emotional Adjustment, Environmental Influences, Low Vision Aids, Older Adults
Barraga, Natalie C. – New Outlook for the Blind, 1976
Descriptors: Adults, Exceptional Child Education, Low Vision Aids, Normalization (Handicapped)
Peer reviewedLaGrow, S. J.; Murray, S. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1992
This article illustrates use of the alternating treatment design to assess effectiveness of individualized interventions in low vision rehabilitation. The design was used to determine whether enlarging copy (to one of two magnification levels) and adding contrast would be effective in reducing the time a visually impaired student required to read…
Descriptors: Adults, Intervention, Low Vision Aids, Outcomes of Treatment
Download full textGenensky, S. M.; And Others – 1974
One of a series on the visual information transfer problems of the partially sighted, the report contains a detailed description of the double X-Y platform, a mechanical device used in conjunction with a closed circuit television system to permit users to read printed or handwritten materials and to take notes on or copy from the material. Also…
Descriptors: Adults, Closed Circuit Television, Electromechanical Aids, Handwriting
NIDRR Consensus Statement, 1993
This consensus statement on best practices for choosing low-vision devices is a product of a 10-member expert panel which brought together a variety of disciplines as well as consumers for the purpose of synthesizing available scientific information to improve services to people with low vision. After an introductory section, the remaining…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Decision Making, Equipment Evaluation, Evaluation Methods
Peer reviewedLanning, William A.; McClelland, Gus – RE:view, 1995
The Department of Veterans Affairs VICTORS (Vision Impairment Center To Optimize Remaining Sight) Program emphasizes individual independence through the use of low vision devices and training. The social worker's role combines traditional counseling with administrative responsibilities, such as interviewing the patient to identify needs and…
Descriptors: Adults, Federal Programs, Low Vision Aids, Partial Vision
Peer reviewedInde, Krister – British Journal of Visual Impairment, 1988
The initial role of the low-vision teacher involves helping patients psychologically adjust to their situation and assessing patients' readiness for rehabilitation. Then training can begin to effectively use remaining vision, to determine fixation angles for reading text, and to function both with and without optical and other aids. (JDD)
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adjustment (to Environment), Adventitious Impairments, Low Vision Aids
Peer reviewedPadula, William V.; Shapiro, Jannie B. – RE:view, 1993
This article considers the visual rehabilitation of patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries. Characteristics, symptoms, and associated neuromotor difficulties of posttrauma vision syndrome are listed, as are common posture and gait adaptations. A neuro-optometric rehabilitative and orientation/mobility evaluation is recommended, as is…
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Head Injuries, Human Posture, Low Vision Aids
Peer reviewedGreig, D. E.; And Others – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1986
Semi-structured interviews and objective measures were used to examine psychological, behavioral, and visual factors contributing to satisfactory rehabilitation for 14 partially sighted older adults and a control group. Correlates of the successful use of low-vision aids included emotional and practical support as well as past use of near vision.…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Coping, Daily Living Skills
IBM, Atlanta, GA. National Support Center for Persons with Disabilities. – 1989
The resource guide identifies products which assist visually impaired individuals in accessing IBM (International Business Machine) Personal Computers or the IBM Personal System/2 family of products. An introduction provides a general overview of ways computers can help persons with visual handicaps. The document then provides descriptions of…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Agencies, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Blindness
Younger, Vivian; Sardegna, Jill – 1991
Intended for individuals losing their sight and for families of these individuals, this guide presents methods of performing basic tasks of daily living, addresses common feelings and fears, and offers suggestions for additional help. An introductory chapter outlines how to use the guide. Subsequent chapters address the following topics: (1)…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adjustment (to Environment), Adults, Adventitious Impairments
