TECHNOLOGY IS BAD:

Technology can be a tool to manage and adapt to changing circumstances and loss of capabilities. It has great potential to support older adults in living and aging well by addressing their physical, mental, and social challenges. By providing older adults with social, stimulating, meaningful, and enjoyable activities, various technologies can enhance levels of connectedness and overall quality of life. 

A 2016 study identified eight different technologies that have been applied to alleviate social isolation: general information and communication technologies (ICT), video games, robotics, personal reminder information and social management systems, asynchronous peer support chat rooms, social network sites, Telecare, and 3D virtual environments.14 Findings from the study show that technologies can be used to reduce social isolation among seniors. 

There are a variety of technologies that are being used to mitigate social isolation. Research has been conducted on various tools and has found a positive correlation between technology use and levels of connectedness. In addition to common ICT, video conferencing, digital games, mobility tools, and social networking are all digital instruments being used by B.C. residents. 

Technology can be a tool to manage and adapt to changing circumstances and loss of capabilities. It has great potential to support older adults in living and aging well by addressing their physical, mental, and social challenges. By providing older adults with social, stimulating, meaningful, and enjoyable activities, various technologies can enhance levels of connectedness and overall quality of life. 

A 2016 study identified eight different technologies that have been applied to alleviate social isolation: general information and communication technologies (ICT), video games, robotics, personal reminder information and social management systems, asynchronous peer support chat rooms, social network sites, Telecare, and 3D virtual environments.14 Findings from the study show that technologies can be used to reduce social isolation among seniors. 

There are a variety of technologies that are being used to mitigate social isolation. Research has been conducted on various tools and has found a positive correlation between technology use and levels of connectedness. In addition to common ICT, video conferencing, digital games, mobility tools, and social networking are all digital instruments being used by B.C. residents.