Technology Acceptance and the Digital Divide-Handout: Slides

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The document titled "Technology Acceptance and the Digital Divide" discusses the past and present issues surrounding the use of technology in psychiatry and the disparities that exist in access to technology. The document highlights the concept of the digital divide, which refers to the inequalities in internet access based on factors such as race, socio-economic status, and age. The author points out that these disparities have implications for education, staying informed, and accessing healthcare. <br /><br />The document provides statistics on the demographics of internet usage in the past, where there was a significant difference in access based on factors like education and race. The author also discusses the current realities of the digital divide, particularly in rural areas where issues like lack of access to reliable internet connections and technophobia exist. <br /><br />The document emphasizes the importance of addressing these disparities and providing equal access to technology in order to improve healthcare outcomes. The author notes that efforts are being made to decrease the digital divide, but challenges remain, including funding, infrastructure, and technical education. <br /><br />The document also mentions the future difficulties that may arise with advancing technology in healthcare, such as 3D doctor visits and holographic technology, and questions whether these advancements will be accessible and acceptable to all. <br /><br />In conclusion, the document highlights the need to address the digital divide in order to ensure equitable access to technology and healthcare. It calls for efforts to bridge the gap in internet access, improve funding and infrastructure, and provide education and training to increase technology acceptance.

Keywords

Technology Acceptance

Digital Divide

Inequalities in Internet Access

Race

Socio-economic Status

Age

Education Disparities

Rural Areas

Reliable Internet Connections

Technophobia