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Homebound older adults' experiences with the Internet and e-mail
1University of Maryland School of Nursing, 655 W Lombard St, Suite 375, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA. enahm@umaryland.edu
Computers in Nursing
|January 5, 2002
Summary
Homebound older adults overcame challenges to learn the Internet and e-mail. These technologies significantly improved their quality of life by providing support and enjoyment.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Digital Inclusion
Background:
- Homebound older adults often face social isolation and reduced quality of life.
- Access to and adoption of digital technologies like the Internet and e-mail can mitigate these issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the lived experiences of homebound older adults using the Internet and e-mail.
- To understand the challenges and benefits associated with digital technology adoption in this population.
Main Methods:
- Dutch phenomenological approach.
- In-depth interviews with 5 homebound older adults (twice per participant).
- Thematic analysis of interview data.
Main Results:
- 10 shared themes emerged regarding Internet and e-mail use.
- Participants encountered initial difficulties learning these technologies.
- Overcoming challenges required continuous practice and external support.
- Internet and e-mail became valuable sources of support and enjoyment.
Conclusions:
- Despite initial barriers, homebound older adults can successfully adopt Internet and e-mail.
- Digital inclusion for this demographic leads to enhanced quality of life.
- Further research should explore scalable support models for digital literacy among homebound seniors.
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