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Technologies for Active Aging
. Ed(S): Sixsmith, Andrew; Gutman, Gloria
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Description for Technologies for Active Aging
Paperback. This is a landmark publication in the area of technology and aging. Exploring key application areas, it serves as a statement of the current state-of-the-art and as a pointer to directions for future research and emerging technologies, products, and services. Editor(s): Sixsmith, Andrew; Gutman, Gloria. Series: International Perspectives on Aging. Num Pages: 239 pages, 5 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JFSP31; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 373.
The challenge of population aging requires innovative approaches to meet the needs of increasing numbers of older people. Emerging information and communication technologies (ICTs), such as pervasive computing and ambient assistive technology, have considerable potential for enhancing the quality of life of many older people by providing additional safety and security while also supporting mobility, independent living, and social participation. The proposed book will be a landmark publication in the area of technology and aging that will serve as a statement of the current state-of-the-art and as a pointer to directions for future research and emerging technologies, products, and services. ... Read more
The challenge of population aging requires innovative approaches to meet the needs of increasing numbers of older people. Emerging information and communication technologies (ICTs), such as pervasive computing and ambient assistive technology, have considerable potential for enhancing the quality of life of many older people by providing additional safety and security while also supporting mobility, independent living, and social participation. The proposed book will be a landmark publication in the area of technology and aging that will serve as a statement of the current state-of-the-art and as a pointer to directions for future research and emerging technologies, products, and services. ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
239
Condition
New
Series
International Perspectives on Aging
Number of Pages
228
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9781489999115
SKU
V9781489999115
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Reviews for Technologies for Active Aging
From the reviews: “This book offers phenomenal insights into the historical development and forces that have driven the path of technology maturity. … The book has applicability to both undergraduate and graduate studies. … Hospital administrators, nursing home staff, providers of home care, and a host of others working with the aging population would find that the book stimulates ... Read more