Accessibility for Cognitive Disabilitiy
5 Tips to Make Digital Content Accessible to Cognitive Disabilities
Dive into the often-overlooked topic of cognitive disabilities! Did you know they represent the largest group of computer users with disabilities?
Cognitive impairment refers to a wide range of disabilities – from people with intellectual impairments that limit their ability, to age-related problems with thinking and remembering.
Cognitive impairment is the least understood disability category, and much of what has been published on cognitive impairment from a clinical and scientific point of view does not include questions related to website accessibility. It includes people with learning disabilities such as dyslexia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It affects how people express and receive information and communication, their motor skills, vision, hearing and ability to comprehend and consume information.
Not everyone learns the same way!
By acknowledging and addressing the differences, we can create more inclusive technology that supports every person's unique way of learning and interacting with information.
Its high time we recognize that people process information differently.
Download the PDF for 5 tips that will help you make digital content accessible for cognitive disabilities.