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The impact of technological developments on the daily life of the elderly

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  • (Boni) Li, Yushi
  • Perkins, Amanda

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American society is becoming an aging society as the number of its elderly citizens continues to increase. Thus, it is crucial that US society address issues regarding the impact of advances in technology on the daily life of the elderly. Following a recent survey of the impact caused by technological developments on the daily life of the aging population in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area, the results showed that the majority of senior citizens view advances in technology in a positive light, as they believe such advancements will produce a better quality of life for themselves and for society in general. This relates directly to a belief that it is possible for the elderly to adopt the advanced skills needed to utilize new technologies. The majority of the elderly respondents also expressed a willingness to learn these skills, although they have not yet taken any steps toward this learning process. One purpose of our research is to determine the attitudes of the elderly population toward new technology, as well as the social factors that influence these attitudes (either positive or negative) toward learning. This study suggests ways to improve available learning opportunities for the elderly, and ideas for motivating and encouraging them to take the necessary steps toward actual learning.

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  • (Boni) Li, Yushi & Perkins, Amanda, 2007. "The impact of technological developments on the daily life of the elderly," Technology in Society, Elsevier, vol. 29(3), pages 361-368.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:teinso:v:29:y:2007:i:3:p:361-368
    DOI: 10.1016/j.techsoc.2007.04.004
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