Impact of Technology on Successful Aging (Societal Impact on Aging)

ISBN 10: 0826124038 / ISBN 13: 9780826124036

Published by Springer Publishing Company, 2003

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Impact of Technology on Successful Aging (Societal Impact on Aging)
• Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0826124038
• ISBN 13: 9780826124036
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New
• Book Type: book

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Synopsis

This volume provides a detailed examination of changes in technology that impact individuals as they age with an emphasis upon cultural contexts and person-environment fit from human factors, psychological, and sociological perspectives.

The editors take into consideration the role of macro-influences in shaping technological changes in industrialized societies that effect successful aging in terms of quality of life. Topics discussed include: human factors and aging; the impact of the internet; and assistive technology. As a special feature, each chapter is followed by two commentaries from experts in the same and neighboring disciplines.

About the Authors

Neil Charness, PhD, is currently a Professor of Psychology at the Florida State University, and a Research Associate at the Pepper Institute on Aging and Public Policy.

K. Warner Schaie, PhD, is the Evan Pugh Professor of Human Development and Psychology at Pennsylvania State University. He also holds an appointment as Affiliate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science at the University of Washington.