If your grandparents are struggling with isolation, showing them how to use Facebook may help as researchers have found that social networking sites offer tools and activities that may help older adults feel more empowered and less lonely.
For the study, the researchers recruited more than 200 participants who were 60 years and older and used Facebook for at least a year.
The researcher also emphasised that developers of social media networks should consider the needs of this growing group of users. For example, they should create features that enhance the identity of older adults while simultaneously protecting their privacy.