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Workshop E - A Leg Up: Assistive Technology for Individuals with Cognitive Challenges

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Presentation Description:
Many childhood cancer survivors struggle with cognitive challenges as a result of their diagnosis and/or treatment and assistive technologies may be able to help. This workshop provided an overview of new assistive devices/technologies available to cancer survivors that can aid and improve cognition; features to look for and how to get your hands on this technology; and complimentary learning strategies to help you reach your academic and career goals.  

Speaker:
Todd Cunningham, PhD, C. Psych (Supervised Practice)
Psychologist
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE)

 

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Memory Changes Following Cancer Treatment: Effective Strategies for Milder Symptoms

Presentation Description: One of the most frequently reported and debilitating neurocognitive symptoms following a neurological illness involving the brain is that of memory impairment. The presentation provided an overview of the neurocognitive changes that can occur following cancer treatment with an emphasis on memory function. A few strategies were covered that are known to be effective in addressing milder memory symptoms, including commercial smartphones that are optimally suited to support day-to-day memory functioning.

Speaker:          Eva Svoboda, PhD

                         Neuropsychologist

                         Baycrest Health Centre, Toronto

                         West Park Healthcare Centre, Toronto

                         Adjunct Professor; Lecturer

                           York University; University of Toronto, Toronto

 

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