Older Adults' Reasons for Using Technology while Aging in Place
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Older Adults' Reasons for Using Technology while Aging in Place.
BACKGROUND Most older adults prefer to age in place, and supporting older adults to remain in their own homes and communities is also favored by policy makers. Technology can play a role in staying independent, active and healthy. However, the use of technology varies considerably among older adults. Previous research indicates that current models of technology acceptance are missing essential ...
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عنوان ژورنال: Gerontology
سال: 2015
ISSN: 0304-324X,1423-0003
DOI: 10.1159/000430949