Assistive Technology for Major Depression
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Major Depression, how the AT process works, and how to get it into your plan.
Assistive technology (AT) — from simple aids to powered equipment — helps many people with Major Depression do things more safely and independently. This guide explains the AT that can help, how the NDIS funds it, and how to get it into your plan.
Understanding Major Depression and assistive technology
Major depressive disorder (MDD), commonly called major depression or clinical depression, is characterised by persistent low mood or loss of interest/pleasure (anhedonia) for at least two weeks, accompanied by at least…
AT that can help with Major Depression
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Major Depression commonly includes are:
How the NDIS funds assistive technology
AT is funded from your Capital budget, and the process depends on cost and complexity:
Getting AT into your plan
To fund AT for Major Depression, plan ahead: