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Home-based assistive technologies for elderly: attitudes and perceptions.

Year: 2005

Type: article

Abstract: This study aim is to explore the perceptions of seniors in regard to "smart home" technology aiming to improve their quality of life and/or monitor their health status. A total of 15 older adults participated in three focus groups. Participants had a positive attitude towards these technologies and identified application areas such as emergency help, detection of falls, monitoring of physiological parameters. Concerns were expressed about privacy and the need for tailored training.

Source: Europe PMC (PubMed Central)

Authors: George Demiris, Marilyn J Rantz, Marjorie Skubic, Myra A Aud, Harry W Tyrer

Institution: University of Missouri

Language: English

Topic: Technology Use by Older Adults

Subfield: Geriatrics and Gerontology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W1550675962

FWCI: 0.367

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Cited by: 15

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