Is it love or loneliness? Exploring the impact of everyday digital technology use on the wellbeing of older adults
Datos Bibliográficos
| ID | 11201656 |
|---|---|
| Autores | Carolyn Wilson‐nash (0000-0002-1271-3169, Durham University, autor de correspondencia), Carolyn Wilson (0000-0002-6572-083X) |
| Año | 2018 |
| Volumen | 38 |
| Número | 7 |
| Páginas | 1307-1331 |
| Fecha de publicación | 2018-07-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Sí |
| Open Access | Sí |
| Tipo | ARTICLE |
| Revista | Ageing and Society (JOURNAL) |
| Identificadores de la revista | ISSN: 0144-686X • E-ISSN: 1469-1779 |
| Editorial | Cambridge University Press (CUP) (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1017/s0144686x16001537 |
| OpenAlex | W2794452403 |
| Idioma | EN |
| Citas recibidas | 25 |
| Referencias citadas | 70 |
Loneliness is a prevalent phenomenon within the older adult population. Previous literature suggests that technology use, specifically internet use, can alleviate loneliness and improve wellbeing. This research study follows 32 people over the age of 65 using a digital technology for six months. A mixed-method approach was used to collect quantitative and qualitative data throughout the time period. The repeated questionnaire measured changes in frequency of use, emotional attachment towards a device, a sense of belonging and perceptions of self-worth, whilst an event-based diary was used to note usages and influences of technology on lifestyle. Results revealed positive relationships between frequency of use and emotional attachment and frequency of use and perceptions of self-worth. There was no significant relationship between frequency of use and a sense of belonging for the aggregate data. There was, however, a negative relationship between emotional attachment towards a device and a sense of belonging, suggesting a fine balance between technology use to improve self-esteem through connections with social networks and an over-dependence on technology that can actually reduce feelings of belonging
Developmental psychology · Feeling · Loneliness · Perception · Health disparities and outcomes · Impact of Technology on Adolescents · Psychology · Social Psychology · Technology Use by Older Adults
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| Obras citantes distintas | 25 |
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| Citas por año | 3,13 |
| Intervalo de citas | 2018 - 2026 (9) |
| Velocidad de citación | current |
| Altamente citado | No |
| Tipos de cita | Neutras: 25 |