The Prediction of Digital Engagement on Psychological Well-being in Older Adults in Taiwan

by You-Te Lu, Chia-Lin Wu, Yi-Hsing Chang

International Journal of Information Technology and Applications, Vol. 1, No. 4, pp. 178-192, December 2024.

Abstract: The engagement of digital device services and their potential value for psychological well-being in older adults is a modern societal phenomenon that has become a must-address subject. Older adults' use of social media was crucial because it provided an unprecedented role in communicating with friends and family. However, loneliness among older people becomes another issue in the virtual environment. This article predicted the relationship between the personal experience of happiness and social media engagement among older adults in Taiwan. Seniors' experience of psychological well-being may be associated with any direction of digital engagement. Findings from the reviewed research documents predict several possible factors between digital engagement and psychological well-being. Digital engagement among the elderly and its possible consequences are outlined. Regarding meaningful social impact, highly digital engagement may provide social support and enhance psychological well-being among older adults.