Aging and the Digital Life Course 1st Edition by David Prendergast, Chiara Garattini ISBN 1782386912 9781782386919

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ISBN 10: 1782386912 
ISBN 13: 9781782386919
Author: David Prendergast, Chiara Garattini

“Editors Prendergast and Garattini have done an outstanding job bringing to the forefront what it means to age in a digital world. They have broken new ground inasmuch as they explore an everyday phenomenon as an extension of the life course. This text provides a clear path to considering and possibly understanding multiple ways of knowing and assigning meaning to aging… Highly recommended.” • Choice

“…a candid look at how technology can and is being used in our aging society. Taken as a collection, these essays make a powerful case for the potential of thoughtful technologies to improve the quality of life of older adults, whether they are aging in place independently or being cared for by family or a professional caregiver.” • Huffington Post

“…this book gives a powerful takeaway thought for future research in the aging field: People want to focus on what they can do. Nobody of any age likes to feel they are a burden.” • Anthropology Notebooks

“[This volume] is unreservedly recommended as a critically important addition to both community and academic library collections.” • Midwest Book Review

“Aging and the Digital Life Course provides an interesting and often thought-provoking read… The editors have succeeded in assembling an engaging and effective compilation from amidst the range of material that might have been included. The authors write clearly and accessibly about their subjects, allowing a wide range of readers (e.g. policymakers, practitioners and academics in engineering, health and social care) to get quickly to grips with a huge diversity of facts and concepts… The chapters are factually well-informed and also theoretically articulated, although some stand out.” • Anthropology and Action

“This book presents us with an interesting study of how various technologies, including web-based tools and information and communication technologies, are embedded in particular social processes and experiences of aging and the life course. Instead of taking the usual position that ‘technology’ is something that is consumed and thrust upon us… this book shows how technologies are themselves a set of relations and processes that are open to change.” • Philip Kao, University of Pittsburgh

“…a comprehensive view of a topic that is becoming increasingly important in health care but is often misunderstood and/or undervalued. It presents the actual/potential use of technology for enhancing the lives of older people and their caregivers.” • Catherine McCabe, Trinity College Dublin

Aging and the Digital Life Course 1st Table of contents:

Part I: Foundations of Aging and Technology

1. The Digital Life Course: Defining the Concept

   • Understanding the Digital Life Course
   • The Role of Technology in Modern Life Stages
   • From Birth to Old Age: Technological Integration Across the Life Course

2. The Aging Process: Biological, Psychological, and Social Dimensions

   • Biological Aging: Physical and Cognitive Changes
   • Psychological Aging: Identity, Memory, and Cognitive Health
   • Social Aging: Relationships, Roles, and Community Engagement

3. Technological Shifts Across Generations

   • Generational Differences in Technology Use
   • The Digital Divide and Its Impact on Older Adults
   • Techno-Generational Gaps: Opportunities and Challenges

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Part II: Older Adults and Digital Engagement

4. Adoption and Use of Digital Technologies by Older Adults

   • Barriers to Digital Engagement: Accessibility, Literacy, and Motivation
   • Facilitators of Technology Adoption in Later Life
   • Age-Friendly Digital Platforms and Services

5. Social Media and Communication in Later Life

   • The Role of Social Media in Maintaining Social Connections
   • Social Networks and Online Communities for Older Adults
   • Psychological and Social Benefits of Digital Communication

6. Digital Health and Wellness Technologies

   • Telemedicine and Health Monitoring Tools
   • Wearables, Apps, and Online Health Resources
   • Digital Solutions for Managing Chronic Conditions and Aging-Related Diseases

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Part III: Technology, Work, and Learning in Later Life

7. Digital Technologies in the Workplace: Opportunities for Older Workers

   • Technology’s Impact on Older Workers and Job Retention
   • Lifelong Learning and Upskilling for Older Adults
   • Digital Tools for Remote Work and Job Flexibility

8. Online Education and Digital Literacy for Older Adults

   • The Growth of E-Learning and Digital Education Platforms
   • Increasing Digital Literacy in Older Populations
   • Challenges and Successes in Online Learning for Seniors

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Part IV: Challenges and Ethical Considerations

9. Privacy, Security, and Digital Safety for Older Adults

   • Cybersecurity Risks and Older Adults
   • Protecting Privacy in the Digital Age
   • Digital Fraud, Scams, and Vulnerabilities in Later Life

10. The Ethical Implications of Digital Technology for Aging Populations

    • Ethical Challenges in the Use of Technology in Elder Care
    • Autonomy and Decision-Making in the Digital Age
    • Surveillance and the Right to Privacy in Later Life

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Part V: Future Directions and Innovations

11. The Future of Aging and Technology

    • Innovations in Smart Homes and Assistive Technologies
    • Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in Elder Care
    • The Potential of Virtual Reality for Social and Cognitive Engagement

12. Creating an Inclusive Digital Future for Older Adults

    • Designing Age-Friendly Digital Infrastructure
    • Policy and Advocacy for Digital Equity
    • Intergenerational Collaboration for Digital Inclusivity

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