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Factors affecting the acceptability of social robots by older adults including people with dementia or cognitive impairment: A literature review
(Springer Verlag, 2018-03-01)
Social robots are being developed to support care given to older adults (OA), people with dementia (PWD) and OA with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) by facilitating their independence and well-being. The successful deployment ...
The perceptions of people with dementia and key stakeholders regarding the use and impact of the social robot MARIO
(MDPI, 2020-11-20)
People with dementia often experience loneliness and social isolation. This can result in increased cognitive decline which, in turn, has a negative impact on quality of life. This paper explores the use of the social ...
The effects of MARIO, a social robot, on the resilience of people with dementia: A multiple case study
(International Society for Gerontechnology, 2020-08)
Background: Resilience is a process of adapting to stress. For people with dementia, resilience is enhanced through having positive social relationships. Social robots, such as MARIO, can facilitate social engagement. ...