Investigation of Quantification of the Suitable Photos for Conversation Assistance for Elderly and Youth

The aging of Japan is proceeding at an unprecedented rate in the world, and the aging rate is very high. As the aging society advances and the living environment changes, the environment surrounding the elderly is also changing. Along with then, various social problems are caused. For example, a syndrome of shut itself up of the elderly may be mentioned. “Housebound” is to spend most of the living space and the living time in the house, resulting in the disuse of cognitive functions and further the opportunities and motivation for activities such as going out and interpersonal contact decreasing. In addition, there are elderly who are shut itself do need various support and nursing care in many cases.