Adapting the Technology Acceptance Model to Examine the Use of Information Communication Technologies and Loneliness Among Low-Income, Older Asian Americans: Cross-Sectional Survey Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Loneliness is a significant issue among older Asian Americans, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Older age, lower income, limited education, and immigrant status heighten loneliness risk. Information communication technologies (ICTs) have been associated with decreased loneliness among older adults. However, older Asian Americans are less likely to use ICTs, particularly if they are immigrants, have limited English proficiency, or are low income. The Technology Acceptance Model posits that perceived usefulness (PU), and perceived ease of use (PEOU) are key factors in predicting technology use.

Objective

This study aimed to examine associations between PU, PEOU, ICT use, and loneliness among low-income, older Asian Americans.

Methods

Cross-sectional surv

SUBMITTER: DeLange Martinez P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11754985 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature