Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs): Opportunity in the Feminisation of Ageing

Introduction: Population aging poses an unprecedented global challenge, giving rise to significant social, economic, and health-related complexities. The continuous growth in the older adult pop-ulation, coupled with the feminization of aging and the gender gap in healthcare access, under-scores the imperative to reformulate existing strategies for addressing aging. Current approaches often fall short in adequately addressing the unique characteristics of female aging. Methodology: A structured literature review was conducted as a data collection strategy. The search was conducted in May 2024, utilizing the Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed databases. Ultimately, 157 articles were included in the review. Results: Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have emerged as a promising avenue for enhancing the quality of life of older adults. By providing as-sistance with daily tasks, stimulating cognitive function, facilitating social interaction, and miti-gating the detrimental effects of isolation and loneliness, ICTs empower older adults to maintain their independence. However, a persisting gender gap, which ICTs have not fully addressed, re-mains a significant challenge. Conclusions: To ensure the efficacy of strategies aimed at promoting healthy aging, it is imperative to democratize access to ICTs and bridge the existing gender gap. Consequently, novel technological solutions must be developed, adopting a person-centered ap-proach. This will facilitate the creation of a society where all older adults can enjoy fulfilling, healthy, and active lives, while simultaneously eliminating the inequalities faced by older women. Primary objective: To assess the importance, need, and implementation of ICTs for improving older adults' health. Secondary objectives: 1. To evaluate the applicability of a gender perspective. 2. To assess the potential of ICTs to improve quality of life and general well-being.