AN AGE-FRIENDLY APPROACH TO THE DESIGN OF WEB-BASED USER INTERFACES
2024
Designing User Interfaces for Older Adults
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Author Information
Author(s): Lam Justin
Primary Institution: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Hypothesis
How can web-based user interfaces be designed to be more age-friendly for older adults?
Conclusion
Age-friendly design can improve older adults' engagement with digital technologies and healthcare information.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults are increasingly using the Internet.
- Digital accessibility can be a challenge for older adults due to age-related changes.
- Existing guidelines for accessibility may not always enhance user experience for older adults.
Takeaway
This study looks at how to make websites easier for older people to use, so they can find health information more easily.
Participant Demographics
Older adults, particularly those aged 65 and over.
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