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Assistive Technology
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Research Article

Assistive technology: Understanding the needs and experiences of individuals with autism spectrum disorder and/or intellectual disability in Ireland and the UK

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Pages 251-259 | Accepted 03 Oct 2018, Published online: 22 Jan 2019

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