| Title: | Impact of computer training courses on reduction of loneliness of older people in Finland and Slovenia |
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| Authors: | ID Blažun Vošner, Helena (Author)
ID Saranto, Kaija (Author)
ID Rissanen, Sari (Author) |
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| Files: |  http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0747563212000350
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| Language: | English |
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| Work type: | Not categorized |
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| Typology: | 1.01 - Original Scientific Article |
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| Organization: | FZV - Faculty of Health Sciences
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| Abstract: | Previous research has shown loneliness as a threat for the quality of life of older peopleč therefore the goal of the intervention in a quasi-experimental study was to evaluate and discuss the self-reported level of loneliness of older people in Finland and Slovenia before and after a computer intervention.Intervention in a quasi-experimental study was conducted among 58older participants at the baseline (M = 72.4 years) and 45 older participants at the follow-up research study (M = 72.9 years). Inferential statistics showed a significant difference in the reduction of loneliness between the countries, and a decreased level of loneliness of older people after completing the computer training course. Although older people experience many age-related problems which may reduce their interest in learning information and communication technology (ICT) skills, it is important that they are computer-proficient, because computer engagement can reduce the level of loneliness of older people and in this way has a positive effect on their quality of life. |
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| Keywords: | older people, loneliness, computer training course, socialization, health and well-being |
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| Year of publishing: | 2012 |
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| Number of pages: | str. 1202-1212 |
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| Numbering: | Vol. 28, iss. 4 |
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| PID: | 20.500.12556/DKUM-49610  |
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| UDC: | 613.98 |
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| ISSN on article: | 1873-7692 |
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| COBISS.SI-ID: | 1784228 |
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| DOI: | 10.1016/j.chb.2012.02.004 |
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| NUK URN: | URN:SI:UM:DK:PE8ZVB6N |
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| Publication date in DKUM: | 10.07.2015 |
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| Categories: | Misc.
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