Report on Use of Technology in Old Age People

Running head: TECHNOLOGY AND AGEING 0
Technology and
Ageing

TECHNOLOGY AND AGEING 1
Table of Contents
Introduction................................................................................................................................2
Impact of Technology on Social Isolation.................................................................................3
Barriers in Use of Technology...................................................................................................4
Example of ICT Use...................................................................................................................4
Application of ICT in Benefit of Old Peoples...........................................................................5
Conclusion..................................................................................................................................6
References..................................................................................................................................7

TECHNOLOGY AND AGEING 2
Introduction
Social isolation is the complete or near-complete state of lack of interaction between a person
and community. Loneliness is the state of an individual when he/she is alone and feeling sad
about it. The feeling of loneliness and social isolation can lead to severe problems for old
peoples. There are multiple adverse effects of social isolation such as anxiety, fear of dying
alone, suicide, mental and physical health issues. There are various reasons which cause
social isolation to old peoples such as scattered family, chronic health condition, the death of
a partner, or diminishing sight or hearing ability. Many experts believe that information and
communication technology can assist in reducing the social isolation and feeling of loneliness
between old peoples. This report will analyse the use of technology as a potential solution for
eliminating social isolation in old age peoples. Further, the report will evaluate the role of
ICT in connecting old peoples and the challenges that could obstruct the effectiveness of
technology in impeding social isolation.