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Exploring the Current Landscape and Influencing Factors of Technophobia Regarding Digital Health Technologies in Older Stroke Patients: A Mixed Methods Approach

  • By

  • Yingjie Yang

  • Yongye Wu

  • Zhuoyun Wu

  • Yang Wu

  • Zilu Zhang

  • Yuxia Li

  • September 25, 2026

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Objective:

To investigate the factors influencing technophobia in older stroke patients regarding digital health technologies.

Approach:
  • Study Design: A mixed methods approach was utilized to explore the landscape of technophobia among older stroke patients.
  • Technophobia Assessment: The Chinese version of the Technophobia Scale (TS) was applied to measure technology-related tension, fear, and privacy concerns.
Key Findings:
  • Older stroke patients exhibit significant levels of technophobia, influenced by cognitive, psychological, and social factors.
  • Technophobia is distinct from digital-skill deficits and low eHealth literacy.
  • Fear related to technology may arise from functional limitations, cognitive burden, financial concerns, and prior negative experiences.
Interpretation:

Technophobia among older stroke patients can hinder their acceptance and use of digital health technologies, impacting their health management.

Limitations:
  • The study may not encompass all demographic variations among older stroke patients.
  • Findings may not be generalizable to all populations or settings.
Conclusion:

Understanding technophobia is crucial for improving the adoption of digital health technologies in older stroke patients.

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Current Status and Associated Factors of Technophobia Toward Digital Health Technologies Among Older Patients With Stroke: Mixed Methods Study

  • by Yingjie Yang, Yongye Wu, Zhuoyun Wu, Yang Wu, Zilu Zhang, Yuxia Li

  • September 25, 2026

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