Information and communication technology use
3 papers4 findings
- 3 independent labs in 2 countries
- Funder: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
- Humans3
Outcomes
2Cognitive function
upin humans1
1 study
Cognitive function
upin humans1
Information and communication technology use improves cognitive function in humans (β = 0.829).
“The effect of ICT on cognitive functioning was stronger among females (β = 0.829) than among males (β = 0.743), with the young-old group showing the greatest cognitive benefit from ICT use.”
Humansfemalesn = 7,385
Preprint22 Jun 2025
Rate of cognitive decline
downin humans1
1 study
Rate of cognitive decline
downin humans1
Information and communication technology use decreases rate of cognitive decline in humans (-0.09, 95% CI -0.11 to -0.07 vs. -0.18, 95% CI -0.21 to -0.15).
“Individuals who used information and communication technology experienced a slower rate of cognitive decline than non-users (-0.09, 95 % confidence interval: -0.11 to -0.07 vs. -0.18, 95 % confidence interval: -0.21 to -0.15).”
Humansmedian follow-up period was 3.9 yearsn = 1,322
The journal of prevention of Alzheimer's disease25 Mar 2025
Associations
2Anxiety
downin humans1
1 study
Anxiety
downin humans1
Information and communication technology use lowers the risk of anxiety in humans.
“Compared with non-users, ICT users showed greater social engagement and lower depression and anxiety”
Humanscompared with non-users
Journal of aging and health25 May 2026
Depression
downin humans1
1 study
Depression
downin humans1
Information and communication technology use lowers the risk of depression in humans.
“Compared with non-users, ICT users showed greater social engagement and lower depression and anxiety”
Humanscompared with non-users
Journal of aging and health25 May 2026