{"id":1956,"date":"2020-02-26T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-26T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.boomershub.com\/?p=1956"},"modified":"2024-10-22T06:37:54","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T06:37:54","slug":"life-changing-technologies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.boomershub.com\/blog\/life-changing-technologies","title":{"rendered":"The Best Technology for Seniors: Friend or Foe?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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While handling technology comes naturally to this generation\u2019s youth, the older generation is still catching up. The usage of internet among all kinds of seniors, even those living in assisted living facilities or nursing homes for example, has increased.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A 2023 survey by <\/span>Pew Research Center<\/span><\/a> has seen 97% adults of age 65 and more, now using the internet, a jump from 75% in 2021. While many retirees may deem technology as \u201ccomplicated\u201d, the benefits from safety to independence, may advocate for the empowerment it brings in. So you might wonder…\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Why is <\/span>tech for seniors<\/span> “disarming\u201d?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Learning something new is tough for anyone regardless of age. Here are 4 reasons why <\/span>tech for the elderly<\/span> can be challenging:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Limitations to physical and cognitive abilities<\/h3>\n

Conditions such as Parkinson\u2019s disease, arthritis and deteriorating eyesight make seniors less eager to deal with technological gadgets such as mobile phones or laptops, this limiting interactions with technology.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cognitive challenges such as dementia can cause frustration causing a hindrance in managing modern gadgets.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Techno anxiety<\/h3>\n

While modern day motivational speeches center around stepping out of your comfort zone, the ever-changing scenery of the tech world can be hard to keep up with, thus causing justified mistrust and a form of fear of the unknown. A sense of anxiety kicks in for most senior adults when they haven\u2019t had the opportunity to learn about these innovations with proper guidance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lack of understanding and assistance<\/h3>\n

Older individuals, like everyone else, benefit from one-on-one instruction and hands-on practice. <\/span>Technology help for seniors<\/span> can go a long way. To avoid feeling irritated, remember it\u2019s alright to learn how to use new gadgets or systems slowly and patiently. You can seek additional support from a loved one or by looking up an online tutorial.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Information overload<\/h3>\n

The internet has negative consequences. With its large volume of data, it empowers users. Information overload, on the other hand, might be overwhelming for elderly people who are just learning <\/span>how to use the internet<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Bridge the gap: Empower yourself through learning and support<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Now that you understand why <\/span>tech for older adults<\/span> can be so challenging, here\u2019s how to overcome it:\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n