Terms used within this course
Digital health and care is a complex topic and many terms are not very easy to understand. This glossary provides an explanation of some of the commonly used terms.
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Appsalso known as mobile applications. They are programmes that you can access on smartphones or tablets. | |
Assistive technologytechnology that supports disabled people or people with restricted mobility or other impairments. It helps
with tasks that might otherwise be difficult. | |
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Digital ChampionsDigital Champions help others to build confidence and skills to get online. (SCVO) More information can be found on SCVO's website. | |
Digital toolsdevices, apps or services that involve or relate to the use of computer or online technology. | |
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Environmental Control SystemsDevices that can be installed in the home. They assist individuals to control everyday
equipment and devices. This includes TVs, phones, doors and many more. | |
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Gamesinteractive activities, that are often fun to engage in. | |
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Home sensorsdevices that can monitor aspects of your environment. For example, movement, air quality etc. | |
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Occupational therapistsprofessionals who specialise in activities and tasks that are important to you. They help you to manage these everyday. | |
Online counsellingindividual or group counselling to help with mental health concerns or to increase wellbeing. It can be accessed on the web. | |
Online peer supportadvice and support from other individuals like you. It can be accessed on the web, on platforms such as
discussion forums or blogs. | |
Online programmesstructured activities which you can access and take part in on the web. | |
Online trainingstructured and guided activities you can access and take part in on the web. They have a learning outcome
associated with them. | |
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Self managementSelf management is a lot like self care. It is made up of the different actions and decisions you take to look after yourself. The only difference is that self management is talked about in the context of managing a long term condition. | |
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TECStands for technology enabled care (TEC). | |
Technology Enabled Care (TEC)Technology enabled care refers to the use of telehealth, telecare and telemedicine. These services can help provide care that is
convenient, accessible and cost-effective. They use technology to support people to live safely in their own homes. | |
Telemonitoring toolsdevices, apps or online programmes that you can use to send information about your health
and wellbeing to a support worker or health professional. This can help them keep an eye on your condition and offer help when needed. | |
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Virtual realityan immersive environment created with the help of special goggles. The goggles can make you feel like you are in
a virtual space. | |
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Wearablesdevices that you wear and which track certain aspects of your lifestyle or health. For example, steps, heart rate etc. | |
Websitea collection of online pages or portals. They hold information on specific topics, depending on their theme. | |
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