[Digital applications and support devices for persons with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder]

In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of digital applications and support devices for persons with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These technologies have not only become part of the everyday life of patients, improving their quality of life and self-determination, but also been incorporated into the treatments they require. Nevertheless, what are those persons' needs and what are the most suitable apps? Are they effective? What is the evidence for them? These questions are analyzed by making a review of current work and lines of research. The starting point is effcient assisted intervention, analyzing the pairing relation between the needs of persons with intellectual disability and ASD and the existing technology. Moreover, concepts and applications to do with virtual and extended reality, affective computation and interaction with robots in therapeutic work with autism are analyzed.