Meanings attributed by older adults to computer use

How adults with ADHD get engaged in and perform everyday activities

“…The importance of togetherness or social connectedness to engagement in everyday activities has been described earlier by Hasselkus (36). Even though it can be difficult for many people with psychiatric disabilities to participate in social activities (37), we found in this study that the participants established several ways to meet their need for social interaction, for example by using a PC to complement and compensate for physical meetings (38). It was also important for the participants to feel that they were valuable to others, which justified their engagement and performance in everyday activities.…”

Exploring potential in participation mediated by digital technology among older adults

“…At the same time, new technologies are augmenting existing methods and expanding possibilities for participation in various life domains (e.g., education [Nguyen, Barton, & Nguyen, 2015], socializing [Kennedy & Lynch, 2016]). Among older adults, digital technology has been found to be useful in managing one's finances, keeping in contact with others, and procuring services, products, and information online (Aguilar, Boerema, & Harrison, 2010;Gatto & Tak, 2008). Through information on the Internet and telehealth, older adults have more possibilities to become better informed about health issues and empowered in the management of their health (Cresci & Novak, 2012;Leist, 2013).…”

“…Larsson et al (2013a) suggest that persons who find meaning in Internet-based activities are more likely to integrate computers in the performance of daily activities. Feeling in control, being an important part of daily life, keeping the brain active, relating to others, and having personal gains exemplify meanings older adults associate with computer use (Aguilar et al, 2010).…”

Iriss ESSS Outline: Digital inclusion, exclusion and partcipation

“…Digital participation can have an impact in minimising loneliness and depression among older people ( Koss, 2014 ;Lelkes, 2013 ;Aguilar, 2010 ;Sum, 2008 ). Barnes ( 2006 ) finds older people who have internet access are three times less likely to be socially excluded.…”