The role of activity in using ICT in old age

Years of the research: 2009

Country: Hungary

Language: Hungarian

Keywords:

  • activity
  • elderly
  • health
  • ICT
  • knowledge

Abstract:

The study based on data survey (TÁRKI Social Research Institute, 2009) analyses the impact of some activity indicators the attitude of using ICT by elderly.

Researchers:

  • Andrea Gyarmati

Type of research: national

Sample:

N=1000, age: 50-75

Findings/outcome/conclusion/research questions:

The main finding is that older people 's physical, mental and social activity significantly influences their attitude towards ICT. The impact of strong intellectual activity is the most important factor in this connection.

Online publication/reports/links:
http://epa.oszk.hu/01900/01963/00031/pdf/infotars_2009_09_04_032-048.pdf

Financed by: National Research and Technology Office

Contact person: Andrea Gyarmati, gyarmati66@gmail.com