Internet Use Among Older Adults with Vision Impairment
Author Information
Author(s): Mumby Rachel, Clarke Philippa, Zhou Yunshu, Rein David, Ehrlich Joshua
Primary Institution: University of Michigan
Hypothesis
Is vision impairment associated with internet use in older adults?
Conclusion
Older adults with vision impairment have significantly lower odds of using the internet compared to those without vision impairment.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults with any type of vision impairment have lower odds of internet use.
- Near vision impairment significantly affects online activities like banking and social networking.
- There is a gap in internet utilization between older adults based on vision impairment status.
Takeaway
Older people who have trouble seeing are less likely to use the internet, even though many older adults are online.
Methodology
Data were analyzed using survey weighted multivariable logistic models adjusted for socioeconomic, demographic, and health-related covariates.
Limitations
The study may not account for all factors influencing internet use among older adults.
Participant Demographics
Participants were US adults aged 65 and older, with 45.6% male and 79.9% non-Hispanic White.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.59
Confidence Interval
95% CI 0.47-0.73
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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