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  • Gerontology
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Assistive Technology

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  • Explores the intersection of aging and technology through a diverse collection of international research.
  • Highlights technology's potential to positively impact older adults' cognitive performance, physical and mental health, and daily activities.

Discussion:

  • Identifies key barriers to technology adoption among older adults, including psychological factors (motivation, attitudes, privacy, trust) and social factors (learning curves).
  • Emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary collaboration involving older adults as active participants in the research and development process.

Key Insights:

  • Technology offers substantial benefits for enhancing the quality of life for the aging population.
  • Psychological and social factors present significant challenges to widespread technology use among seniors.

Outlook:

  • Recommends a co-developer model where older adults collaborate with diverse stakeholders to overcome adoption barriers.
  • Suggests future research and development should prioritize inclusive design principles informed by end-user (older adults) experiences.