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Yesterday, the 21st of September, was World Alzheimer's Day. I recall designing and developing a mobile app called #andzheimer for Android and Amazon devices back in 2014. ANDZHEIMER was developed with a singular goal in mind: to stimulate the cognitive abilities of patients with #Alzheimer's disease or DSTA. Through a range of graphic exercises divided into corresponding cognitive areas, it aspired to enhance MEMORY, ATTENTION, GNOSIAS, PRAXIAS, LANGUAGE, and EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONS, thereby seeking to improve the patient's daily life. The app is now deprecated, but it can still be found on several APK repositories online. Developing this app not only brought me joy but was also an enlightening experience. I learned many things about this disease and the ways to improve the cognitive abilities of those afflicted by it. From a technical and theoretical perspective, it was an invaluable learning exercise. The app even received recognition from some of the most important science-related websites and universities – a fact that overwhelmed me, to be honest. Here are a few references: https://lnkd.in/etcnciPC https://lnkd.in/e8F2ZGHY https://lnkd.in/e4GBM6dr

The criticisms around IRIS, the first human AI teacher experiment in Kerala, India, reflect a common human psychological response to new technology, especially when it intersects deeply with human roles. This response often stems from a phenomenon known as "negativity bias," where negative aspects or potential threats of a situation are more readily perceived and remembered than positive aspects. When confronted with innovations like AI in education or caregiving, people may instinctively focus on potential downsides, such as job displacement or the loss of human touch, rather than the benefits. In contrast, the adoption of humanoid robots and AI in South Korea to address challenges posed by its rapidly aging population showcases a situation where the necessity can drive a more favorable perception of such technologies. This necessity acts as a counterbalance to negativity bias by highlighting the practical benefits, such as alleviating workforce shortages in caregiving roles and providing companionship to the elderly. This pragmatic approach demonstrates how the perceived appropriateness of technology adoption heavily depends on the context and underlying social and demographic needs. Understanding this psychological framing helps in navigating the discourse around AI and robotics. It's crucial to recognize our initial reactions may lean towards skepticism or fear due to inherent biases. However, by carefully considering the specific problems at hand and the potential benefits, a more balanced and constructive conversation can emerge. This consideration encourages a more open-minded evaluation of how technologies like AI can be harnessed to address pressing societal challenges, such as those faced by aging populations.

📣 IF YOU USE A SMARTPHONE - PAY ATTENTION TO THIS! #digitaldementia #softwaredevelopment #futureprogramming #development #softwareengineers Digital Dementia: The Horrifying Truth About Our World! What can we do about it as Software Engineers? Can we protect our kids , our future? Should we worry about AI taking our jobs, or becoming human? Instead, we should worry that we might become robots ourselves. Or maybe that's our goal? This video is 5 years old, and the problem still continues to grow. The scale is off the charts. Digital dementia is not a widely recognized medical term, but it exists. It's even worse than before, and we can see this every day inside our homes, schools, and workplaces. You probably ask now - what should we do then? We should be Software Developers who don't do software anymore. Off course no!. We should become Developers who make more software than ever before, but who are also aware that the digital dependence exists and who will constantly try to find or choose better solutions. How ? Well, I'm going to leave you here with your own thoughts. Do I have my own solution? Maybe. Wesa Time - stayed tuned! I really encouraged all of you to watch: https://lnkd.in/dQ_tn5FQ

South Korea's introduction of 7,000 AI-robot dolls to assist seniors and dementia patients represents a fascinating, innovative leap rather than a dystopian future. The significant reductions in depression and enhancements in medication adherence highlight AI's potential to profoundly impact healthcare positively. I see this as a promising advancement. With this evolution, we're prompted to consider: How can we cultivate trust in such technologies to ensure they're embraced for the incredible support they can offer in patient care? #AIInHealthcare #Innovation #BuildingTrust

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Are you getting digital dementia? Every two days we create as much information as we did from the dawn of civilization up until 2003.-Eric Schmidt (former Google CEO). Think of how much information that is in the palms of our hands. Yet how much of what you read are you remembering or applying? Consuming information today requires a new way of learning and thinking especially with AI growing at lightening speeds. People have concerns about AI taking their roles. That certainly becomes more of a reality as we continue to outsource our brains to our digital devices. In turn, causing digital dementia (yes it’s a real thing). One way to change this is to become an active learner and improve your memory. Using your brain so that you can offer knowledge and insights that are invaluable allows you to participate in conversations vs being passive or letting AI answer for you.

🧠 Beyond Memory Games! Dive into the science-backed approach to enhancing elderly cognition. Discover the latest research and its implications for long-term care centers. Read the latest from this month's newsletter: https://lnkd.in/e_wXbjGR #ElderlyCognition #ScienceBacked #EngageWith

With the Immersive Reader from Microsoft reading has become easier and accessible for me living with dementia. As long as it is in Word document, I can click on View and access the #ImmersiveReader. What I love about it? 1) The page colour options is great and this shade of grey works well for me because it is easy on my eyes without being overly contrasting. 2) The line focus options are so helpful and now I can track my reading instead of having issues with jumping or skipping lines halfway through. I used to have something to cover top and bottom when reading a physical book. So happy to have this function included. 3) The syllables are fantastic because pronunciation is increasingly difficult for me, and this definitely helps. A great way for me to work on my pronunciation. As for now these functions are what I needed to compensate for my increasingly reading and pronunciation difficulties. Thank you so much for the inclusive reading support, Microsoft Learn Educator Centre. #InclusiveEducationTools #ReadingandDementia Alzheimer's Disease International Dementia Alliance International Dementia Singapore

🌳🍵 GWI Research Article-AI and Impact🧠🔬 Embark on a transformative journey through Ahmet Demirkaya's groundbreaking research at the intersection of technology and compassionate care for autism. Our article, "Predicting Patterns, Embracing Change," delves into the innovative use of biosensors and machine learning to predict aggressive behavior in children with profound autism. Discover how wearable devices equipped with sensors capture crucial data points, including accelerometer readings, skin conductance, and heart rate patterns. Witness the power of machine learning algorithms as they unravel the complexities of time-series data, identifying patterns that can forecast aggressive episodes up to three minutes in advance with 80% accuracy. Join us on this enlightening journey as we celebrate the fusion of cutting-edge technology and compassionate care, reshaping our understanding of autism and paving the way for early intervention and support. Thanks to Hermione He, Raquel Chen, and Ekki Lu for writing the article, and thanks to Ahmet Demirkaya for sharing his invaluable insights! #AutismResearch #MachineLearning #Biosensors #CompassionateCare #EarlyIntervention #TechnologyforGood

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