Publications by authors named "Tara Self"
JMIR Form Res
January 2023
Article Synopsis
- Loneliness among older adults is a significant concern, as current social platforms fail to effectively address it and may even worsen their well-being.
- The study aimed to create a user-centered smartphone app specifically for older adults to combat loneliness, investigating their psychological needs and feedback throughout the design process.
- The results revealed that while the app has the potential to enhance social connections, it must carefully balance interactions to avoid increasing feelings of loneliness, highlighting the importance of mutual, socially beneficial activities.
