Aspects of old age in two communities in Britain and Canada with particular reference to the role of television
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Aspects of old age in two communities in Britain and Canada with particular reference to the role of television
Yazar:
Athley, Phyllis Audrey, author.
ISBN:
9780438060753
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1 electronic resource (265 pages)
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Source: Dissertation Abstracts International, Volume: 76-08C.
Advisors: F. M. Martin.
Özet:
This research focuses on the problems associated with aging in Western society and on some of the current needs of the elderly. While recognizing the heterogeneity of this population group it is appropriate that new approaches which might enhance the quality of their lives should be explored. A variety of topics such as activity among the elderly and the problems of social isolation are presented and the possible use of television as k means of utilizing modern technology to the greater advantage of the elderly is examined. Three areas in particular were explored; these were as follows: (1) A survey of the elderly was undertaken in Glasgow, Scotland and Calgary, Canada. The discussion of findings suggests that there is a need for consideration to be given to their particular requirements in the planning of television programmes. (2) The survey results, indicating programme preferences, were incorporated in an experiment conducted at Crookston Home, Glasgow, with the co-operation of elderly residents. The experiment was planned to assess the possibilities of using video-tape to arouse the interest of elderly clients with low levels of activity and motivation. A description of the experiment and an analysis of the results are given. There were indications that interest had been successfully aroused in the experimental group. (3) The possible future use of a two-way cable television system linking the elderly in need of helping services with the relevant services is illustrated by a detailed analysis of two such experiments carried out in the United States. These studies are presented against the background of a general review of the problems of aging with particular reference to the situation of old people in the cities of Calgary and Glasgow. For greater clarity the review of the literature has been divided into three separate chapters. In addition, a chapter on the use of social and health services by the elderly serves as a preliminary to the discussion of two-way cable television systems. A chapter on the difficulties encountered during the course of this research is included as a means towards a better understanding of the practical problems likely to be encountered in the course of research among elderly people living under similar conditions.
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School code: 0547
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