Chinese Older Adults' Internet Use for Health Information

This study aimed at investigating the predictors of Internet use to search for online health information among Chinese older adults. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) was applied to examine the predictiveness of perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and attitudes toward Internet use on behavioral intention to search for health information online. Ninety-eight Chinese older adults were recruited from an academic institute for older people and community centers. Frequency of Internet use and physical and psychological health were also assessed. Results showed that perceived ease of use and attitudes significantly predicted behavioral intention of Internet use. The potential influences of traditional Chinese values and beliefs in health were also discussed.

Source: Journal of Applied Gerontology - March 23, 2014 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Wong, C. K. M., Yeung, D. Y., Ho, H. C. Y., Tse, K.-P., Lam, C.-Y. Tags: Articles Source Type: research