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000136001 100__ $$aDíaz, Manel
000136001 245__ $$aEnhancing active aging through IRAGE: Mitigating social isolation with intergenerational gaming
000136001 260__ $$c2024
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000136001 5203_ $$aThis paper presents the outcomes of a pioneering study that explores the potential of remote intergenerational communication to combat social isolation among children and older adults, especially under constraints posed by pandemics such as COVID-19. Acknowledging the limited mobility of many older adults, this research aims to provide insights into how digital platforms can facilitate meaningful exchanges between generations. Utilizing a mixed methodology approach, the study first conducted a user interaction analysis to outline guidelines for participant engagement with the Information and Communication Technology (ICT)-based tool called IRAGE (Intergenerational Remote Access to Gaming Experiences) designed specifically for this purpose. Following the development of the ICT tool, three sessions of the remote intergenerational experience were held, during which participants' interactions were recorded and subsequently analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. Key findings from the study reveal that remote intergenerational communication can significantly mitigate feelings of isolation among older adults, contributing to their mental health and emotional well-being. Moreover, the study highlights the effectiveness of the web-based platform in facilitating these interactions, with older adults and children finding the user interface intuitive and the overall experience engaging. These outcomes underscore the importance of leveraging technology to maintain social connections during challenging times and offer valuable guidelines for developing ICT tools that cater to the needs of diverse user groups. By demonstrating the feasibility and benefits of remote intergenerational communication, this research contributes to the broader discourse on active aging and the role of digital technologies in promoting social inclusion and emotional health.
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000136001 700__ $$aGil, Rosa M.
000136001 700__ $$aCabeza, Luisa F.
000136001 700__ $$0(orcid)0000-0003-4424-0770$$aCerezo, Eva$$uUniversidad de Zaragoza
000136001 700__ $$aTeixidó, Mercè
000136001 7102_ $$15007$$2570$$aUniversidad de Zaragoza$$bDpto. Informát.Ingenie.Sistms.$$cÁrea Lenguajes y Sistemas Inf.
000136001 773__ $$g10, 12 (2024), e32979 [18 pp.]$$pHeliyon$$tHeliyon$$x2405-8440
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