[Potentials and challenges of social robots in relationships with older people: a rapid review of current debates].
Journal:
Zeitschrift fur Gerontologie und Geriatrie
PMID:
34228186
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Social relationships are essential resources for psychological well-being and physical health. In old age, increased vulnerability and loss of functions are accompanied by diminishing social networks reinforcing a vicious circle. This decrease of social cohesion presents risks for health and well-being that might be cushioned by introducing social robots.