Wearables, sensors and the future of technology to detect and infer loneliness in older adults.
Loneliness is a growing concern affecting the health and quality of life of older adults living in the community. Addressing loneliness in ageing populations is an important policy priority. Central to this is the detection of type and severity of loneliness. Advancement in technology provides an op...
| Published in: | Gerontechnology Vol. 22; no. 2; pp. 1 - 5 |
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| Format: | pictorial review Journal Article |
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International Society for Gerontechnology
Aug2023
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