Exploring the Use of a Humanoid Robot to Engage Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Journal: Studies in health technology and informatics
Published Date: Jan 1, 2017

Abstract

We present a study aimed at exploring whether a humanoid robot may improve the effectiveness of educational interventions targeting children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Preliminary results with three preschool children with ASD indicate that interacting with a humanoid robot may facilitate engagement and goal achievement in educational activities.

Authors

  • Lorenzo Desideri
    Regional Centre for Assistive Technology, AIAS Bologna onlus, Bologna, Italy.
  • Marco Negrini
    Regional Centre for Assistive Technology, AIAS Bologna onlus, Bologna, Italy.
  • Maria Cristina Cutrone
    UOSD Programma Integrato Disabilità e Salute, ASL Bologna, Italy.
  • Aziz Rouame
    Regional Centre for Assistive Technology, AIAS Bologna onlus, Bologna, Italy.
  • Massimiliano Malavasi
    Regional Centre for Assistive Technology, AIAS Bologna onlus, Bologna, Italy.
  • Evert-Jan Hoogerwerf
    Regional Centre for Assistive Technology, AIAS Bologna onlus, Bologna, Italy.
  • Paola Bonifacci
    Department of Psychology, University of Bologna, Italy.
  • Rita Di Sarro
    UOSD Programma Integrato Disabilità e Salute, ASL Bologna, Italy.

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