Sehrish Andleeb Akhtar
Biographic Data
| ID | 4593567 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Sehrish Andleeb Akhtar |
| GIVEN NAMES | Sehrish Andleeb |
| FAMILY NAME | Akhtar |
| SIGNATURE | AKHTAR S A |
| AFFILIATIONS | OsloMet – Oslo Metropolitan University |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-5347-2704 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 2 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 2 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2024 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Together through technology
Next of kin play a vital role in the informal care of older relatives in long-term-care facilities (LTCFs). However, finding a sustainable balance between everyday commitments and caring for their loved ones can be demanding, and there is a need to explore new ways to support their caregiving efforts while prioritising their wellbeing. Digital communication technologies have shown promise in enabling meaningful social interactions between older a…
Socially connected while apart
Introduction: This study examines whether the use of a communication technology can enhance social connectedness among nursing home residents in Norway. The concept of social connectedness suggest that positive and significant interpersonal relationships can help reduce the risk of loneliness and social isolation among older adults and can be beneficial for both their health and overall well-being. In recent years, technology has been increasingl…
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Socially connected while apart
Introduction: This study examines whether the use of a communication technology can enhance social connectedness among nursing home residents in Norway. The concept of social connectedness suggest that positive and significant interpersonal relationships can help reduce the risk of loneliness and social isolation among older adults and can be beneficial for both their health and overall well-being. In recent years, technology has been increasingl…
Together through technology
Next of kin play a vital role in the informal care of older relatives in long-term-care facilities (LTCFs). However, finding a sustainable balance between everyday commitments and caring for their loved ones can be demanding, and there is a need to explore new ways to support their caregiving efforts while prioritising their wellbeing. Digital communication technologies have shown promise in enabling meaningful social interactions between older a…
Geography (2 works) · Gerontology (2 works) · Medicine (2 works) · Nursing (2 works) · Psychology (2 works) · Technology Use by Older Adults (2 works) · Computer Science (1 work) · Connection (principal bundle) (1 work) · Context-Aware Activity Recognition Systems (1 work) · Engineering (1 work)