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Computer Usage and Cognitive Capability of Older Adults: Analysis of Data from the Health and Retirement Study
Calhoun, Denise; Lee, Seung Bok
Educational Gerontology, v45 n1 p22-33 2019
As America's older population continues to grow, more individuals are experiencing cognitive decline in the United States. At the same time, we live in an age where technology has increasingly become an integral part of our daily lives. Although numerous studies have examined cognitive functions of older adults from a diverse range of perspectives, research on the relationship between the technology adoption and adult cognitive capacity has been limited. Using nationally representative data (n = 5,259) from the Health and Retirement Study (HRS), this study analyzed the effect of computer usage on the cognitive capabilities of individuals aged 50 and older in the United States. Findings show that computer use in older adults declines with age but rises for those with higher levels of education. Results also indicate that an increased use of computers is significantly associated with improved cognitive capability, when controlling for age, gender, and years of education. Further research is needed to better understand the patterns of technology adoption among older adults and assess its effects on their cognitive abilities.
Descriptors: Older Adults, Aging (Individuals), Cognitive Ability, Computer Use, Age Differences, Educational Attainment, Correlation, Gender Differences
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