数字经济对老年人社会参与的双重影响研究OACHSSCD

Against the intertwined backdrop of the digital economy and population aging,the social participation of the elderly is undergoing profound transformation.Based on theories of social participation and the digital divide,this study develops a dual analytical framework centered on"empowerment mechanisms"and"segregation mechanisms"to systematically examine the dual impact of the digital economy on the social participation of the elderly.Theoretical analysis indicates that the digital economy creates new opportunities for the elderly to engage in economic,social,cultural,and public-service activities by providing convenient tools and expanding channels of social connection,thereby generating significant empowerment effects.However,the un-even distribution of digital access,usage,and competencies may also engender a new form of"segregation",intensifying social exclusion and alienation among specific subgroups of the elderly.The study suggests that the digital economy functions as a double-edged sword.Its ultimate trajectory depends on the multi-dimensional coordination of policy guidance,market adaptation,community intervention,and individual efforts.Consequently,comprehensive and integrated interventions are urgently required,focusing on age-friendly design,digital literacy cultivation,and the construction of robust social sup-port networks.