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Publication date: 13 March 2024

Michael J. Cameron, Jenifer Shahin and Nicole Lockerman

This paper aims to endorse and elaborate on the recommendations put forward by the Sharland Foundation Developmental Disabilities Applied Behavioural Research and Impact Network…

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to endorse and elaborate on the recommendations put forward by the Sharland Foundation Developmental Disabilities Applied Behavioural Research and Impact Network (SF-DDARIN), emphasising their significance in the field of developmental disabilities.

Design/methodology/approach

This paper outlines a specific point of view. The first section focuses on integrating developmental theory and advanced technology in interventions for developmental disabilities. Subsequently, the commentary explores virtual reality (VR) and generative artificial intelligence (AI) for enhancing social skills and personalising support. Finally, the piece highlights innovations like SocialWise VR and Custom Generative Pre-Trained Transformers in aligning interventions with developmental stages.

Findings

Technologies like VR and generative AI hold vast potential to revolutionise how clinicians provide timely and relevant knowledge to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Research limitations/implications

This is strictly a commentary.

Practical implications

Availability of technology.

Social implications

Both VR and generative AI will impact service delivery in a meaningful way.

Originality/value

The paper advocates for incorporating these technologies into SF-DDARIN's approach, emphasising their potential to revolutionise evidence-based interventions in developmental disabilities.

Details

Tizard Learning Disability Review, vol. 29 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1359-5474

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