New research in Australia: Elderly people listening to the radio enhances their sense of happiness

Source: Global Times Health ClientCompiled by Wang XiaoxiongResearchers from James Cook University in Australia found that although radio was invented in the 19th century, radio broadcasting can still provide listeners with amazing breadth and depth of knowledge, and thus enhance the happiness of the elderly. The research results are published in the journal "Frontiers of Computer Science"

Source: Global Times Health Client

Compiled by Wang Xiaoxiong

Researchers from James Cook University in Australia found that although radio was invented in the 19th century, radio broadcasting can still provide listeners with amazing breadth and depth of knowledge, and thus enhance the happiness of the elderly. The research results are published in the journal "Frontiers of Computer Science".

Although most people have mobile phones, radios still have a high popularity among the elderly. Take Australia as an example. "The data in 2022 shows that community radio can reach more than 5.1 million old people every week, and Commercial broadcasting can reach 68% of the elderly over 65 years old. The average time for the elderly to listen to community radio and Commercial broadcasting every week is 15 hours and 13 hours." Audiences and radio channel staff believe that radio can provide news information, entertainment and social communication opportunities for the elderly.

The elderly interviewed also stated that broadcasting is their friend, making them feel like someone is accompanying them and encouraging them to connect more with the community. Elderly people also repeatedly listen to radio programs, love certain anchors, and understand their interests and hobbies, which demonstrates the ability of radio to enhance the happiness of the elderly.

Researchers have also found that the media environment has become increasingly personalized, and digital music can now be customized according to individual needs.

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