Technologies for active aging

✍ Scribed by Andrew Sixsmith Ph.D., Gloria Gutman Ph.D. (auth.), Andrew Sixsmith, Gloria Gutman (eds.)

Publisher: Springer US
Year: 2013
Tongue: English
Leaves: 241
Series: International Perspectives on Aging 9
Edition: 1
Category: Library

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✦ Synopsis

The challenge of population aging requires innovative approaches to meet the needs of increasing numbers of older people. Emerging information and communication technologies (ICTs), such as pervasive computing and ambient assistive technology, have considerable potential for enhancing the quality of life of many older people by providing additional safety and security while also supporting mobility, independent living, and social participation. The proposed book will be a landmark publication in the area of technology and aging that will serve as a statement of the current state-of-the-art and as a pointer to directions for future research and emerging technologies, products, and services.

✦ Table of Contents

Front Matter....Pages i-xi
Introduction....Pages 1-5
Technology and the Challenge of Aging....Pages 7-25
Older Adults and the Adoption of Healthcare Technology: Opportunities and Challenges....Pages 27-46
Assistive Technologies: Ethical Practice, Ethical Research, and Quality of Life....Pages 47-68
Expanding the Technology Safety Envelope for Older Adults to Include Disaster Resilience....Pages 69-93
Measuring the Effectiveness of Assistive Technology on Active Aging: Capturing the Perspectives of Users....Pages 95-103
Using Technology to Support People with Dementia....Pages 105-121
Ambient Assisted Living Systems in Real-Life Situations: Experiences from the SOPRANO Project....Pages 123-153
The Virtual Environment in Communication of Age-Friendly Design....Pages 155-168
Technology and Fun for a Happy Old Age....Pages 169-187
Videoconferencing and Social Engagement for Older Adults....Pages 189-199
International Initiatives in Technology and Aging....Pages 201-221
Back Matter....Pages 223-228

✦ Subjects

Aging; Public Health; Computer Appl. in Social and Behavioral Sciences

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