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Psychological factors that affect the acceptance and need for ICT services for older adults with chronic diseases

Jo, Heui Sug ; Hwang, Yu Seong

Gerontechnology, 2021-06, Vol.20 (2), p.1-11 [Revista revisada por pares]

Eindhoven: 元智大學老人福祉科技研究中心

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Psychological factors that affect the acceptance and need for ICT services for older adults with chronic diseases
Autor: Jo, Heui Sug ; Hwang, Yu Seong
Materias: Acceptance ; Acquaintances ; Ambivalence ; Autonomy ; Chronic illnesses ; Communications technology ; Diet ; Drugs ; Focus groups ; Information technology ; Interviews ; Men ; New technology ; Older people ; Psychological aspects ; Reminders ; Social networks ; Stigma
Es parte de: Gerontechnology, 2021-06, Vol.20 (2), p.1-11
Descripción: Background: To encourage older adults with chronic disease to use information and communications technology (ICT) services effectively, it is necessary to identify users' needs and factors affecting acceptance. Objective: To identify the psychological factors affecting the acceptance of ICT services, and the service-related preferences/priorities in home-dwelling South Korean older adults. Method: We conducted focus group interviews with 2 groups of older adults (6 males and 6 females, age = 65–75 years) with chronic diseases in June 2019. To identify which services they prioritized, we made 20 service show cards, scored on a 5-point Likert scale. Additionally, we utilized a self-developed semi-structured interview guide based on the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology 3 model (UTAUT3) to comprehensively identify how the factors affect older adults' acceptance. Results: Most participants prioritized their autonomy and worried about being dependent on ICT services. They were also reluctant to learn about and use new technology; feared the social stigma related to ＂being old＂; and were anxious that the use of ICT services could result in deepened isolation. There was ambivalence regarding the impact of ICT services on connection with family/acquaintances. The prioritized services were emergency assistance (e.g., notifying family in case of emergencies), diet and exercise-related information, and medication reminders. Service needs and psychological factors affecting the acceptance differed by gender. Conclusion: The ICT services offered to the elderly should be developed in a way that guarantees autonomy and supports self-reliance. Services must also ensure the enhancement of social networks and maintenance of connectedness with family. Older people have a fear of learning new services; so, personal guidance and tailored education need to be offered. Further, service development must reflect the diverse needs of each user.
Editor: Eindhoven: 元智大學老人福祉科技研究中心
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Psychological factors that affect the acceptance and need for ICT services for older adults with chronic diseases

Jo, Heui Sug ; Hwang, Yu Seong

Eindhoven: 元智大學老人福祉科技研究中心

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