Association between voice-activated technology interventions and well-being in older adults living alone: a protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

A growing number of community-dwelling older adults living alone face a range of physical, psychological and social challenges that negatively impact their well-being. Various technologies have been developed to support healthy ageing, with voice-activated technology (VAT) offering particularly promising opportunities to improve later life well-being. However, its effect on older adults living alone has not yet been systematically evaluated. Thus, this study aims to provide an evidence base for the effectiveness of VAT interventions in enhancing the physical, psychological and social well-being of older adults living alone.

Methods and analysis

We will conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies examining the use of VAT interventions among older adu

SUBMITTER: Kang B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12574356 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature