Examining the Digital Technology Usage of Older Adults as Determinants of Life Satisfaction in the Digital Divide

The digital divide has become a growing source of inequality, as older adults face challenges in adopting and using digital technologies in daily life. Few studies have explored how different types of digital technology usage in various life domains among older adults impact their overall well-being...

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Published in:Journal of applied gerontology 2024-12, p.7334648241302674
Main Authors: Jun, Mina, Kim, Miyea, Han, Jeongsoo
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