Do images aid learning of Easy Read health information for people with intellectual disabilities? A cognitive load perspective | Synapse
April 5, 2026
Do images aid learning of Easy Read health information for people with intellectual disabilities? A cognitive load perspective
Key Points
This research aims to explore how formatting of Easy Read materials affects comprehension of health information in individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Analyzed Easy Read materials with different formats
Evaluated comprehension among individuals with intellectual disabilities
Assessed cognitive load associated with different formats
Formatted materials improved comprehension scores in participants
Lower cognitive load was associated with better understanding
Participants showed preference for images in Easy Read materials
Abstract
This study provides preliminary guidance on how Easy Read materials can be formatted to improve people with intellectual disabilities' comprehension of written health information.