Promoting Emotional Well-Being in Older Adults

Abstract

As the global population ages, ensuring the emotional well-being of older adults is a critical aspect of healthcare systems. Emotional well-being is deeply intertwined with physical and mental health, particularly in older adults facing complex health challenges such as falls, nutritional deficiencies, chronic conditions like cancer and chronic kidney disease (CKD), and mental health concerns such as loneliness. In this chapter, we explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance emotional well-being by promoting emotional intelligence (EI) and improving mental health outcomes for older adults. The discussion integrates key aspects of health, including falls prevention, nutrition, hydration, vitamin B12 deficiency, ageing in place, loneliness, cancer care, pharmacokinetics, and moving and handling. We examine the transformative potential of AI technologies in addressing these issues, offering real-time personalized care and interventions. By incorporating AI into elder care, we can create holistic systems that support emotional, mental, and physical health.