Utilizing Smart Televisions as Assistive Technology to Enhance Communication and Social Lives of Older Adults: Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Over the past decade, the proportion of the world's population aged ≥65 years has grown exponentially, presenting significant challenges, such as social isolation and loneliness among this population. Assistive technologies have shown potential in enhancing the quality of life for older adults by improving their physical, cognitive, and communication abilities. Research has shown that smart televisions are user-friendly and commonly used among older adults. However, smart televisions have been underutilized as assistive technologies.

Objective

This study aimed to explore the state of the art in using smart televisions as assistive technologies to enhance communication and social interactions among older adults.

Methods

The search was conducted following the

SUBMITTER: Langdon J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12461164 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature