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ID173760
Title ProperDigital divide and veterans’ health
Other Title Informationdifferences in self-reported health by internet usage
LanguageENG
AuthorButler, John Sibley ;  Swed, Ori ;  Sheehan, Connor McDevitt
Summary / Abstract (Note)The digital divide's implications on health inequality among American Military veterans has been discussed extensively in research; however, it remains unclear what is the association between Internet usage and health specifically among Veterans. We examine this question by addressing the growing digital gaps in the veteran population, looking at the association of Internet use and self-reported health. Using the National Survey of Veterans we find that compared to those who use the Internet daily, those who use the Internet less frequently have significantly higher odds of reporting “fair” or “poor” self-rated health. The significant association remained when demographic, socioeconomic, and military factors were controlled. While our results indicate that veterans that use the Internet more frequently report more favorable self-reported health, given our data we are unable to distinguish a causal relationship. We conclude by discussing potential policy interventions, targeting helping those who are left behind.
`In' analytical NoteArmed Forces and Society Vol. 46, No.2; Apr 2020: p.238–258
Journal SourceArmed Forces and Society Vol: 46 No 2
Key WordsHealth Inequality ;  Veterans ;  Digital Divide ;  Veterans’ Health


 
 
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