Does Internet use improve the physical and mental health of older adults in China? A study based on the digital divide theory.
• Digital divide is a key influencing factor of health among Chinese older adults. • Internet access and usage of internet functions are important for older adults' health. • Social connection and adaptation are important pathways from internet use to older adults' health. In the digital era, increa...
| Publicado en: | Geriatric Nursing Vol. 59; pp. 526 - 535 |
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| Formato: | Journal Article |
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Elsevier B.V.
Sep2024
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