Older adults’ digital technology experiences: a qualitative study

Older adults’ digital technology experiences: a qualitative study

Abstract Background Older persons’ use of digital technology is becoming more prominent due to society’s heavy reliance on mobile and web applications. A positive attitude has been detected among older persons regarding the use of mobile solutions. Digital technology is increasingly used in the prov...

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Main Authors:	Lina Emmesjö, Jenny Hallgren, Catharina Gillsjö
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2025-07-01
Series:	BMC Digital Health
Subjects:	Older persons Digitalization Daily life Healthcare Social care Qualitative content analysis
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s44247-025-00163-7
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