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J Appl Gerontol ; 40(8): 814-817, 2021 08.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-33648357

ABSTRACT

Social distancing guidelines during COVID can be isolating, especially for older adults, with potential for poor health outcomes. Technology offers opportunities for remote connection, yet, older adults' use of and perspectives on technology during this time remain largely unknown. The purpose of this study was to gain insight into older adults' technology use and preferences to inform the development of a technology training intervention to support older adult well-being. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 30 older adults. Interviews were analyzed using an iterative, constant comparison approach. Findings were consistent with Socioemotional Selectivity Theory; respondents were primarily interested in technology to support emotionally meaningful goals. Participants indicated limited interest in technology training, referencing diminished future time perspectives to explain disinterest. Findings suggest that efforts to encourage older adults' expanded technology adoption should highlight how use supports emotionally meaningful goals and provide low-effort, timely training, tied to specific and clear applications.


Subject(s)
COVID-19 , Physical Distancing , Aged , Humans , SARS-CoV-2
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Alzheimers Dement (N Y) ; 6(1): e12045, 2020.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32775600

ABSTRACT

Coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) has dramatically altered everyday life, including the field of Alzheimer's disease (AD) research. This perspective article explores some of the ways in which COVID-19 has already impacted the field, anticipates some of the long-lasting effects, and explores strategies for addressing current and future needs. Areas of impact include study integrity, regulatory and industry issues, and participant engagement. Proposed strategies for addressing these challenges include analytic methods to deal with large degrees of missing data and development of patient-centered, user-friendly, remote data collection tools and assessments. We also highlight the importance of maintaining participant well-being as a first and constant priority.

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Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen ; 32(1): 56-62, 2017 Feb.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-27831477

ABSTRACT

Although most individuals experiencing cognitive impairment (CI) reside with a caregiver, an estimated 800,000 live alone. Such individuals may have an increased risk for injury to self or others through self-neglect as a result of the CI symptoms. While persons living alone with CI have been identified as an important area for needed research, few studies have been able to examine this population due to the challenges of identifying and recruiting study participants. By using the National Health & Aging Trends Study data set, the researchers explored the characteristics to describe this population. The results of this study indicated that the majority of persons living with CI were older, widowed females who were not diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia but tested positive on cognitive screening measures. Further, the majority of persons living alone with CI relied on adult children and paid professionals as the primary care providers.


Subject(s)
Adult Children/statistics & numerical data , Aging , Caregivers/statistics & numerical data , Cognitive Dysfunction , Independent Living/statistics & numerical data , Widowhood/statistics & numerical data , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged
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Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen ; 29(7): 596-600, 2014 Nov.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-25392308

ABSTRACT

Although often cast as a disease of later life, a growing number of people are being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in their 50s and 60s. Early-onset Alzheimer's disease (EOAD) poses special challenges and needs for individuals and their caregivers, such as employment and access to services. In this cross-sectional study, the researchers surveyed 81 (N = 81) family caregivers to individuals with EOAD to identify service and support usage and need. Descriptive analyses revealed that families utilized a range of formal services (eg, adult day) and informal support from family and friends. In terms of challenges and needs, participants indicated that they struggled most with employment, benefits, and financial issues. Although most caregivers felt that they were coping well, they also indicated that their needs were not well understood by service providers and the public. These findings highlight the need to better understand and respond to the specific issues surrounding EOAD.


Subject(s)
Alzheimer Disease/nursing , Alzheimer Disease/psychology , Caregivers/psychology , Health Services Needs and Demand , Social Support , Adult , Age of Onset , Cross-Sectional Studies , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged
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Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen ; 26(3): 212-7, 2011 May.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-21362754

ABSTRACT

Diagnosing Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) and adequately connecting families with information and supportive services continue to be challenging processes. Definitive diagnoses can take months and there is often little in place to systematically link families with community organizations. In this brief descriptive study, the researchers examined family caregivers' (N = 106) experiences with these processes. While specialists and sophisticated tests were often used, 58% of caregivers reported that a definitive diagnosis still took 3 months or longer, with 12% waiting more than 1 year. Caregivers also indicated that they were not provided with adequate information about the disease or about community resources both at the time of diagnosis and 1-year following the diagnosis. These findings suggest that there is ample opportunity to improve services offered to families affected by ADRD and that additional training, coordination, and cooperation may enhance our ability to help during and following the diagnosis.


Subject(s)
Alzheimer Disease/diagnosis , Alzheimer Disease/psychology , Caregivers/psychology , Dementia/diagnosis , Dementia/psychology , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Alzheimer Disease/therapy , Caregivers/education , Consumer Behavior , Cooperative Behavior , Cost of Illness , Cross-Sectional Studies , Delayed Diagnosis , Female , Health Services Needs and Demand/statistics & numerical data , Humans , Interdisciplinary Communication , Male , Social Welfare/psychology , United States , Waiting Lists
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