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Information Communication Technology Efficacy in Reducing Social Isolation and Loneliness in Community Living Older Adults

This study will extend the current body of knowledge about how accessible and affordable information communication technologies (ICT; smartphones, tablets, and computers) can foster social interaction and reduce social isolation and loneliness in older adults aged 55 plus. The first study is a systematic literature review of existing studies on ICT and the willingness of older adults to use technology. The second study is quantitative research that investigates the trust and reasoning of older adults using ICT, like smartphones, tablets, and computers that foster social interaction and the level of technological ownership. The second study is conducted using research data through surveys conducted by Pew Research Center on behalf of Princeton University. Finally, the third study explores the level of ownership of technology and methods to reduce social isolation using ICT. The effectiveness of smartphones, tablets, and computers that foster social interaction were reviewed to create a sense of community to reduce social isolation.

Identiferoai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc1944290
Date05 1900
CreatorsHarllee, Heath D
ContributorsPrybutok, Gayle, Prybutok, Victor R., Mpofu, Elias, Senn, Will
PublisherUniversity of North Texas
Source SetsUniversity of North Texas
LanguageEnglish
Detected LanguageEnglish
TypeThesis or Dissertation
FormatText
RightsPublic, Harllee, Heath D, Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights Reserved.

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