Harmony Guardian: A wearable multi-sensor assistive system for stress and behavioural monitoring in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders
| dc.contributor.author | Wangobi K Nicholas | |
| dc.contributor.author | Mawejje J Paul | |
| dc.contributor.author | Asingura K Philip | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-08-20T13:26:30Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-08-20T13:26:30Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2026-06-06 | |
| dc.description | Undergraduate | |
| dc.description.abstract | Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs), such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), often impair an individual’s ability to regulate emotions, process sensory stimuli, and communicate distress effectively. These challenges can result in behavioural escalations, including meltdowns and shutdowns, which are commonly preceded by measurable physiological changes. In low-resource settings such as Uganda, caregivers largely depend on subjective observation due to the lack of affordable, real-time monitoring systems, leading to delayed interventions and reduced quality of care. This project addresses this problem through the development of Harmony Guardian, a personalised, lightweight, and sensory-friendly wearable monitoring system designed for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders. The system integrates multiple physiological sensors, including heart rate variability (HRV), galvanic skin response (GSR), and motion sensors, to continuously monitor stress-related indicators and behavioural patterns. Embedded processing and real-time data analysis techniques are used to identify early signs of stress and behavioural dysregulation, after which alerts are transmitted to caregivers for timely intervention. The proposed solution was designed with emphasis on affordability, usability, portability, and suitability for under-resourced environments. System evaluation demonstrated that the wearable device was capable of reliably capturing physiological changes associated with stress responses and providing timely notifications to caregivers. The results indicate that the system can improve early intervention, enhance caregiving efficiency, and contribute to better behavioural and health outcomes for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders. Overall, the project demonstrates the potential of accessible wearable technologies in supporting inclusive and proactive healthcare for people with special needs. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12311/3557 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Uganda Christian University | |
| dc.title | Harmony Guardian: A wearable multi-sensor assistive system for stress and behavioural monitoring in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders | |
| dc.type | Project Report |