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Clothing design solutions for children with developmental disabilities: A scoping review protocol
Nagaveni N Nayak1, Shristi Shakya2, Nachiket Gudi3
1Department of Design, Manipal School of Architecture and Planning, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka 576104, India.
This review maps clothing solutions for children with developmental disabilities (DD), aiming to improve independence and quality of life. It highlights adaptive clothing innovations to support children and reduce caregiver burden.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Assistive Technology
- Disability Studies
Background:
- Children with developmental disabilities (DD) experience significant challenges with dressing, impacting daily living, social participation, and quality of life (QoL).
- Dressing difficulties increase caregiver burden, leading to stress and burnout.
- Innovative clothing solutions can enhance independence, alleviate caregiver stress, and improve QoL for children with DD.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically map existing clothing design solutions for children aged 0–18 years with developmental disabilities (DD).
- To provide a comprehensive understanding of adaptive clothing innovations for children with DD.
- To identify gaps and encourage further innovation in the adaptive clothing sector.
Main Methods:
- A scoping review following Arksey and O'Malley's framework.
- Comprehensive literature searches across databases and grey literature (January 2000 – May 2024).
- Independent screening and data extraction by two reviewers.
Main Results:
- The review synthesizes various clothing design solutions tailored for children with DD.
- Identifies adaptive clothing as an emerging field with potential for significant impact.
- Highlights heterogeneity in current research, necessitating further investigation.
Conclusions:
- Mapping available clothing solutions is crucial for advancing adaptive clothing for children with DD.
- This review provides a foundation for designers and researchers to foster innovation.
- Enhanced adaptive clothing can significantly improve independence and QoL for children with DD and their families.
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