Advancing the notion of connected autonomy, and highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary research in the development of this novel concept, this volume explores the possibility of maintaining the freedom to make one's own decisions in later life, while also remaining connected to others – as well as to things, services, places and events.

Through a series of case studies, the book examines the importance of preserving self-determination as health, environmental and social circumstances render autonomy more difficult, showing that innovations in social interaction and technology have the capacity to enhance older persons' connectedness to their environment, while at the same time, offering opportunities for self-governance.

As such, it will appeal to scholars across the social sciences with interests in ageing and the life course, the sociology of science and technology and research methods.

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Yes, you can access Well-being In Later Life by Linda J. Garcia, Louise Bélanger-Hardy, Jeffrey W. Jutai, Maria Łuszczyńska, Linda J. Garcia,Louise Bélanger-Hardy,Jeffrey W. Jutai,Maria Łuszczyńska in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Social Sciences & Sociology. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

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Social Sciences

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Sociology

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Social Sciences

Cover
Half Title
Series Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Contents
List of Figures
List of Tables
List of Contributors
Preface
Acknowledgement
Introduction: Autonomy in older adults: Offering choice through human and technological connections
PART I: Connected autonomy and older adults' relationship with others
PART II: Connected autonomy and older adults' relationship with technology
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