Technologies for Active Aging: 9 (International Perspectives on Aging, 9) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1489999116 ISBN 13: 9781489999115

Publisher: Springer, 2015

Synopsis

The challenge of population aging requires innovative approaches to meet the needs of increasing numbers of older people. Emerging information and communication technologies (ICTs), such as pervasive computing and ambient assistive technology, have considerable potential for enhancing the quality of life of many older people by providing additional safety and security while also supporting mobility, independent living, and social participation. The proposed book will be a landmark publication in the area of technology and aging that will serve as a statement of the current state-of-the-art and as a pointer to directions for future research and emerging technologies, products, and services.

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The two phenomena are occurring side by side: a rapidly growing elder population and a burgeoning tech sector. Where a few years ago these worlds would not have met, a new generation of older adults has grown comfortable with technology and open to its possibilities for improving their lives as they age.

Technologies for Active Aging offers novel answers to a range of aging issues, from safety and mobility to cognition and continence. Written for the non-technical reader, the book examines the potential of information and communicative technologies such as pervasive computing, smart environments, and robotics to enhance seniors' quality of life and encourage independent living, better care and self-care, and social participation.

Diversity is emphasized here, in terms of the life areas addressed, the perspectives of elders and caregivers, and the global reach of those working toward solutions. This state-of-the-field volume looks ahead to future research and the next wave of innovations to help all seniors, regardless of health or ability. Among the topics featured:

• Promoting technology use by people with dementia.
• Wheelchair mobility in older adults.
• Intelligent systems for assessing age-related changes using home-based technology.
• Measuring the effectiveness of assistive technologies in community and home settings.
• Technology for the prevention of fall-related injuries.
• Tele-health in chronic disease management.

A comprehensive mix of theoretical developments and emerging realities, Technologies for Active Aging serves a variety of professionals, including gerontologists, sociologists, health and cross-cultural psychologists, and public health policymakers.

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1489999116
• ISBN 13: 9781489999115
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 239
• Editor: Sixsmith Andrew, Gutman Gloria