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.
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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.
Imprint | Springer Publishing Company |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | September 2003 |
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First published | September 2003 |
Editors | Neil Charness |
Dimensions | 235 x 153 x 23mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 352 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-8261-2403-6 |
Barcode | 9780826124036 |
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LSN | 0-8261-2403-8 |