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Predicting Internet Use and Digital Competence Among Older Adults Using Performance Tests of Visual, Physical, and Cognitive Functioning: Longitudinal Population-Based Study.

Tarja HeponiemiEmma KainiemiLotta VirtanenPetra SaukkonenPäivi SainioPäivikki KoponenSeppo Koskinen
Published in: Journal of medical Internet research (2023)
According to our results, older adults' impaired physical and cognitive functioning may hamper their possibilities of accessing internet services such as digital health care services. Our results should be considered when planning digital health care services intended to be used by older adults; that is, digital solutions should also be suitable for older adults with impairments. Furthermore, face-to-face services should be provided for those who cannot use digital services, even if they are assisted properly.
Keyphrases
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • physical activity
  • primary care
  • affordable care act
  • health information
  • social media
  • middle aged