TY - JOUR AU - Hadar Souval, Dorit AU - Haber, Yuval AU - Tal, Amir AU - Simon, Tomer AU - Elyoseph, Tal AU - Elyoseph, Zohar PY - 2025/1/15 TI - Transforming Perceptions: Exploring the Multifaceted Potential of Generative AI for People With Cognitive Disabilities JO - JMIR Neurotech SP - e64182 VL - 4 KW - generative artificial intelligence KW - cognitive disability KW - social participation KW - AI ethics KW - assistive technology KW - cognitive disorder KW - societal barriers KW - social inclusion KW - disability study KW - social mirror KW - cognitive partner KW - empowerment KW - user involvement KW - GenAI KW - artificial intelligence KW - neurotechnology KW - neuroinformatics KW - digital health KW - health informatics KW - neuroscience KW - mental health KW - computer science KW - machine learning N2 - Background: The emergence of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) presents unprecedented opportunities to redefine conceptions of personhood and cognitive disability, potentially enhancing the inclusion and participation of individuals with cognitive disabilities in society. Objective: We aim to explore the transformative potential of GenAI in reshaping perceptions of cognitive disability, dismantling societal barriers, and promoting social participation for individuals with cognitive disabilities. Methods: This study is a critical review of current literature in disability studies, artificial intelligence (AI) ethics, and computer science, integrating insights from disability theories and the philosophy of technology. The analysis focused on 2 key aspects: GenAI as a social mirror reflecting societal values and biases, and GenAI as a cognitive partner for individuals with cognitive disabilities. Results: This paper proposes a theoretical framework for understanding the impact of GenAI on perceptions of cognitive disability. It introduces the concepts of GenAI as a ?social mirror? that reflects and potentially amplifies societal biases and as a ?cognitive copilot? providing personalized assistance in daily tasks, social interactions, and environmental navigation. This paper also presents a novel protocol for developing AI systems tailored to the needs of individuals with cognitive disabilities, emphasizing user involvement, ethical considerations, and the need to address both the opportunities and challenges posed by GenAI. Conclusions: Although GenAI has great potential for promoting the inclusion and empowerment of individuals with cognitive disabilities, realizing this potential requires a change in societal attitudes and development practices. This paper calls for interdisciplinary collaboration and close partnership with the disability community in the development and implementation of GenAI technologies. Realizing the potential of GenAI for promoting the inclusion and empowerment of individuals with cognitive disabilities requires a multifaceted approach. This involves a shift in societal attitudes, inclusive AI development practices that prioritize the needs and perspectives of the disability community, and ongoing interdisciplinary collaboration. This paper emphasizes the importance of proceeding with caution, recognizing the ethical complexities and potential risks alongside the transformative possibilities of GenAI technology. UR - https://neuro.jmir.org/2025/1/e64182 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/64182 ID - info:doi/10.2196/64182 ER - TY - JOUR AU - Gutman, Barak AU - Shmilovitch, Amit-Haim AU - Aran, Dvir AU - Shelly, Shahar PY - 2024/11/8 TI - Twenty-Five Years of AI in Neurology: The Journey of Predictive Medicine and Biological Breakthroughs JO - JMIR Neurotech SP - e59556 VL - 3 KW - neurology KW - artificial intelligence KW - telemedicine KW - clinical advancements KW - mobile phone UR - https://neuro.jmir.org/2024/1/e59556 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/59556 UR - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/ ID - info:doi/10.2196/59556 ER - TY - JOUR AU - Eke, Damian PY - 2024/8/29 TI - Ethics and Governance of Neurotechnology in Africa: Lessons From AI JO - JMIR Neurotech SP - e56665 VL - 3 KW - neurotechnology KW - Africa KW - AI KW - ethics KW - governance KW - ethics dumping KW - regulations KW - artificial intelligence UR - https://neuro.jmir.org/2024/1/e56665 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/56665 UR - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/ ID - info:doi/10.2196/56665 ER - TY - JOUR AU - Kubben, Pieter PY - 2024/7/19 TI - Invasive Brain-Computer Interfaces: A Critical Assessment of Current Developments and Future Prospects JO - JMIR Neurotech SP - e60151 VL - 3 KW - brain computer interfacing KW - neurotechnology KW - brain-computer KW - interfacing KW - interface KW - interfaces KW - invasive KW - human-machine KW - human-computer KW - BCI KW - BCIs KW - brain-computer interface KW - neuroscience KW - technology KW - digital health KW - brain KW - machine learning KW - artificial intelligence KW - AI KW - ethics KW - innovation KW - policy KW - mHealth KW - mobile health UR - https://neuro.jmir.org/2024/1/e60151 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/60151 UR - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/ ID - info:doi/10.2196/60151 ER - TY - JOUR AU - Kummer, R. Benjamin AU - Busis, A. Neil PY - 2024/4/11 TI - Beyond Audio-Video Telehealth: Perspective on the Current State and Future Directions of Digital Neurological Care in the United States JO - JMIR Neurotech SP - e46736 VL - 3 KW - asynchronous telehealth KW - chronic condition management KW - COVID-19 KW - digital health KW - digital neurology KW - eConsult KW - endemic KW - interprofessional consultation KW - neurological apps KW - neurological care KW - neurology KW - principal care management KW - remote patient monitoring KW - technology KW - telehealth legislation KW - telehealth KW - teleneurology N2 - Background: The COVID-19 pandemic transformed neurological care by both requiring digital health modalities to reach patients and profoundly lowering barriers to digital health adoption. This combination of factors has given rise to a distinctive, emerging care model in neurology characterized by new technologies, care arrangements, and uncertainties. As the pandemic transitions to an endemic, there is a need to characterize the current and future states of this unique period in neurology. Objective: We sought to describe the current state of the pandemic- and postpandemic-related changes in neurological care and offer a view of the possible future directions of the field. Methods: We reviewed several themes across the ?new digital normal? in neurology, including trends in technology adoption, barriers to technology access, newly available telehealth services, unresolved questions, and an outlook on the future of digital neurology. Results: In this new era of neurological care, we emphasize that synchronous audio-video telehealth remains the predominant form of digital interaction between neurologists and patients, mainly due to pandemic-related regulatory changes and the preexisting, steady adoption of video platforms in the prepandemic era. We also identify a persistent digital divide, with audio-only telehealth remaining a necessity for preserving care access. Asynchronous telehealth methods and services, including care coordination, interprofessional consultations, remote patient monitoring, and teletreatment are becoming increasingly important for neurological care. Finally, we identify several unanswered questions regarding the future of this ?new normal,? including the lasting effects of emergency regulatory changes, the value proposition of telehealth, the future of telehealth reimbursement in neurology, as well as privacy considerations and trade-offs in asynchronous neurological care models. Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in an era of digital adoption and innovation in neurological care, characterized by novel care models, services, and technologies, as well as numerous unresolved questions regarding the future. UR - https://neuro.jmir.org/2024/1/e46736 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/46736 UR - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/ ID - info:doi/10.2196/46736 ER -