Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment
A lot of research is being done to discover ways to treat Alzheimer’s, and treatments such as Adeno-associated virus (AAV) for gene therapy may have the potential to treat Alzheimer’s and aging in the future. https://www.genengnews.com/sponsored/a-360-degree-view-of-aav-production/
Multi-Sensory Technology
Technology plays an important role in maximizing independence for older adults and improving their safety. A study found that multi-sensory technology may also play an important role in behavioral management by reducing anxiety, improving attention span, and improving recipients experiences in many other ways. https://www.brightfocus.org/alzheimers/article/current-technology-dementia-and-alzheimers-disease
Independence Aiding Technology
An important role of promoting independence is often filled by technology that aids people with Dementia with daily activities, through sending reminders or instructions. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6878101/
Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Support
An increase in awareness, accessibility, and support is needed to utilize assistive technology devices to empower people with Dementia and geriatric cognitive disorders. https://doi.org/10.1159/000497800
Assistive Technology
Available and affordable assistive technologies should be implemented in different care settings, because assistive technology has the potential to improve cognition, mood, and social functioning in people with Dementia. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5454557/
Health Technology Gadgets
There is a critical need for remote monitoring and sanitation equipment amid the pandemic. Health technology companies are developing high-tech ways to monitor blood pressure with the use of a smartphone, detect Alzheimer’s with the use of a helmet, and quickly sanitize large areas with anti-germ gadgets. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/2021/01/17/monitor-your-health-tech-tools-gadgets-unveiled-ces-2021/4185565001/
Puzzles and Healthy Aging
Research indicates that playing jig-saw puzzles long-term can be good for healthy cognitive aging. https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnagi.2018.00299/full
Senior Technology Growth
There is a significant growth in digital technology adoption by older adults. Research found that adults 60 and older are spending more than 50% of daily leisure time on screen time. https://www.forbes.com/sites/robinseatonjefferson/2019/06/28/more-seniors-are-embracing-technology-but-can-they-use-it-ucsd-researchers-suggest-asking-them/?sh=12e2b7d42323
Elderly Technology and Mental Well-being
A study found that older adults who mostly use technology to stay connected with loved ones had higher reports of positive mental well-being, and those who mostly use it for learning new information reported being more physically fit.
Senior Technology Usage
When seniors become comfortable with tech devices, they become avid users. A study found that of the 30% of seniors over age 73 that own a smartphone, 77% go online multiple times a day. https://www.forbes.com/sites/amyblankson/2018/09/07/4-ingenious-technologies-to-help-aging-adults-stay-connected-and-engaged/?sh=1a4c33684ab8
