Conclusions
The
concept of quality of life is a psychological and social construct to use in critical thinking about technology
and its impacts.
Quality of life domains can be operationalized through core indicators.
Quality of life indicators can be measured reliably and validly across multiple populations.
Quality of life-related outcomes reflect personal well-being, personal competence, and role status.
The quality of life construct and the emerging disability paradigm are closely related.
Technology can impact both one’s disability and one’s quality of life.
One’s quality of life is influenced by megatrends, societal structures, and opportunities and values
Technological products and services need to meet the following criteria: available, accessible, appropriate, affordable