Some old people today struggle with the use of modern technologies such as smartphones and computers. What is the cause of this? What are some possible solutions?

The usage of modern gadgets has increased significantly over the

last

few decades. Aged population across both the developing and developed world has been facing challenges while using these technological devices.

This

essay will discuss why it is happening and put forward several solutions to tackle

this

issue. There is ample evidence that the older generation struggles to operate modern electronic devices. The central reason behind

this

is twofold,

firstly

, they are reluctant to go out of their comfort zone in

later years

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the later years

of life.

Secondly

, they develop a

fobia

an anxiety disorder characterized by extreme and irrational fear of simple things or social situations

phobia

about using smart phones and computers.

For example

, recent empirical research by the Oxford University demonstrated that 8 out of the 10 people in their eighties in the U.K.

prefer

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Prefer

to use simple feature phones

instead

of smart phones.

Therefore it

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Therefore, it

is conclusively clear that

majority

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the majority

of the aging population struggles with modern technological gadgets due to their hindrance and hesitation.

Although

the percentage of old people fearing from using smartphones and computers

is

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are

large, the young

techical

of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill

technical

people should come forward and make them comfortable with the usage of modern electronic devices. It must not be forgotten that with the proper guidance and support from

techies

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the techies

, old people could be brought out of their comfort zone and take the advantage of modern technologies

such

as smartphones and personal computers. To take an example, an extensive study by the Delhi Government showed that 90% of the elderly people were made accustomed to using

smartphone

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a smartphone

within 15 days of their training with the young volunteers.

Thus it

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Thus, it

is possible to state beyond doubt that

elderly

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the elderly

can overcome the fear of using modern gadgets by the assistance from

young technical population

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a young technical population

. In conclusion, old people

nowadays feel

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have nowadays felt

uncomfortable while using modern electronic devices.

This

essay discussed that the hindrance and

fobia

of or relating to Fabianism

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from their side are the main causes for

this

struggle.

This

essay

also

discusses that young generation of techies can help to solve

this

problem.