The impact of electric wheelchairs on reducing social isolation and loneliness
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The impact of electric wheelchairs on reducing social isolation and loneliness
Electric wheelchairs have been shown to have a positive impact on reducing social isolation and loneliness. A study by the University of Missouri found that electric wheelchair users were more likely to report higher levels of social satisfaction and less loneliness than those who did not use an electric wheelchair.
The study found that electric wheelchair users were also more likely to participate in social activities, such as going to the movies, out to eat, or attending social events. Electric wheelchair users were also more likely to have a close friend or family member who they could rely on for support.
The study’s lead author, Dr. Mary Beth Spitznagel, said that the findings suggest that electric wheelchairs can play an important role in reducing social isolation and loneliness. “This is especially important for older adults, who are at a higher risk for social isolation and loneliness,” Spitznagel said.
The study’s findings are consistent with other research that has shown the positive impact of assistive technology on social isolation and loneliness. A study of people with disabilities found that those who used assistive technology, such as power wheelchair, reported lower levels of social isolation and loneliness than those who did not use assistive technology.
Another study found that people who used powered wheelchairs were more likely to report higher levels of social satisfaction and less loneliness than those who used manual wheelchairs. The study’s authors suggested that powered wheelchair users may have an easier time participating in social activities and may feel more included in society.
The findings of these studies suggest that electric wheelchairs can play an important role in reducing social isolation and loneliness. Electric wheelchairs can provide people with disabilities with the independence and mobility they need to participate in social activities. Electric wheelchairs can also help people with disabilities feel more included in society and can reduce their feelings of isolation and loneliness.
The study found that electric wheelchair users were also more likely to participate in social activities, such as going to the movies, out to eat, or attending social events. Electric wheelchair users were also more likely to have a close friend or family member who they could rely on for support.
The study’s lead author, Dr. Mary Beth Spitznagel, said that the findings suggest that electric wheelchairs can play an important role in reducing social isolation and loneliness. “This is especially important for older adults, who are at a higher risk for social isolation and loneliness,” Spitznagel said.
The study’s findings are consistent with other research that has shown the positive impact of assistive technology on social isolation and loneliness. A study of people with disabilities found that those who used assistive technology, such as power wheelchair, reported lower levels of social isolation and loneliness than those who did not use assistive technology.
Another study found that people who used powered wheelchairs were more likely to report higher levels of social satisfaction and less loneliness than those who used manual wheelchairs. The study’s authors suggested that powered wheelchair users may have an easier time participating in social activities and may feel more included in society.
The findings of these studies suggest that electric wheelchairs can play an important role in reducing social isolation and loneliness. Electric wheelchairs can provide people with disabilities with the independence and mobility they need to participate in social activities. Electric wheelchairs can also help people with disabilities feel more included in society and can reduce their feelings of isolation and loneliness.
Oct 03, 2023
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