The acceptance of the potential use of social robots for children with autism spectrum disorder by Indonesian occupational therapists: a mixed methods study.

Journal: Disability and rehabilitation. Assistive technology
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Abstract

PURPOSE: Social robots have shown positive effects in treating children with autism spectrum disorder. The development of social robots in Indonesia has enabled their potential use in occupational therapy. This study aimed to investigate the factors influencing the acceptance of the potential use of social robots by Indonesian occupational therapists in clinical practice.

Authors

  • Dwi Komariyah
    Department of Occupational Therapy, Graduate School of Human Health Sciences, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Arakawa City, Japan.
  • Kaoru Inoue
    Tokyo Metropolitan University.
  • Natsuka Suyama
    Department of Occupational Therapy, Graduate School of Human Health Sciences, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Arakawa City, Japan.
  • Cahya Buwana
    Department of Occupational Therapy, Graduate School of Human Health Sciences, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Arakawa City, Japan.
  • Yuko Ito
    Department of Occupational Therapy, Graduate School of Human Health Sciences, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Arakawa City, Japan.