Adoption of assistive technology in dementia care: a concept analysis for gerontological practice.
Background and Objectives Despite the growing use of assistive technologies in Alzheimer's disease (AD) and dementia care, adoption remains fragmented because the existing technology acceptance models overlook the relational, cultural, and ethical dimensions. This concept analysis aims to clarify th...
| Publicado en: | Gerontologist Vol. 66; no. 8; pp. 1 - 26 |
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Aug2026
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