6 Surprising Ways AI Can Improve Your Life After 50
While artificial intelligence (AI) was once an emerging technology, at this point it's definitely here to stay. In fact, AI is more popular than ever, thanks to the launch of innovative tools like ChatGPT. But while this technology is already a part of everyday life, it may still seem foreign or even scary—and at any age, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. However, experts say if you're over 50, this technology can help in ways you don't even realize, including with tasks you don't always want to perform yourself. Read on to discover six surprising ways that AI can improve your life after 50.
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As we get older, our health takes top priority. Keeping track of regular check-ups is a chore on its own, and if you have a chronic condition, it's that much more work to stay up to date with your symptoms and appointments. That's where AI comes in.
"AI can help older adults monitor their health conditions and access timely diagnosis and treatment. For example, AI can help track vital signs, detect falls, diagnose diseases, recommend treatments, remind medications, and provide telehealth services," Vivek K. Singh, associate professor of library and information science at Rutgers University, tells Best Life. "AI can also help older adults use voice-activated virtual home assistants to access health information, manage chronic conditions, and communicate with health providers."
On top of that, AI can also introduce you to online health education and prevention programs, Singh adds.
Regarding mental health, Alicia Brown, computer scientist, policy expert, and founder/director at TMG Consulting Enterprise, notes that those over 50 may be particularly interested in an AI app called Woebot Health.
"Woebot [is] an AI-powered mental health chatbot that provides therapeutic conversations, check-ins, and exercises, fostering a sense of connection and support," Brown explains.
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If you have extra time on your hands—or are lucky enough to have retired already—you might be doing more traveling. But if you're getting to those far-off destinations you always dreamed of, you might encounter a language barrier. Thankfully, AI again has you covered.
"Many people travel often, either for work or especially after retirement. One challenge for those who love to travel is the language barriers in going to countries where one doesn't speak the language," James Hendler, DPhil, director of the Institute of Data, AI & Computing, and the Institute of Data Exploration and Applications at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, explains. "AI tools can already provide translations into many languages using your phone, and they are continually getting better."
Hendler adds, "One of my favorites is that several applications on my phone can now, in real-time, translate a menu into English from just about any language. This means I don't have to eat in places that cater to tourists, but can learn more about the real native cuisines and customs."
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