Information and Communication Technology for Managing Social Isolation and Loneliness Among People Living With Parkinson Disease: Qualitative Study of Barriers and Facilitators.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Parkinson disease (PD) is a complex, noncurable, and progressive neurological disease affecting different areas of the human nervous system. PD is associated with both motor and nonmotor symptoms, which negatively affect patients' quality of life and may cause changes in socialization such as intentional social withdrawal. This may further lead to social isolation and loneliness. The use of information and communication technology (ICT) plays an important role in managing social isolation and loneliness. Currently, there is a lack of research focusing on designing and developing ICT solutions that specifically address social isolation and loneliness among people living with PD.

Objective

This study addresses this gap by investigating barriers and social needs in t

SUBMITTER: Thangavel G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10831595 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature