Identification of Ethical Issues and Practice Recommendations Regarding the Use of Robotic Coaching Solutions for Older Adults: Narrative Review.

Journal: Journal of medical Internet research
Published Date: Jun 18, 2024

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Technological advances in robotics, artificial intelligence, cognitive algorithms, and internet-based coaches have contributed to the development of devices capable of responding to some of the challenges resulting from demographic aging. Numerous studies have explored the use of robotic coaching solutions (RCSs) for supporting healthy behaviors in older adults and have shown their benefits regarding the quality of life and functional independence of older adults at home. However, the use of RCSs by individuals who are potentially vulnerable raises many ethical questions. Establishing an ethical framework to guide the development, use, and evaluation practices regarding RCSs for older adults seems highly pertinent.

Authors

  • Cécilia Palmier
    Maladie d'Alzheimer, Université de Paris, Paris, France.
  • Anne-Sophie Rigaud
    Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Broca hospital, Paris, France EA 4468, Paris Descartes University, France.
  • Toshimi Ogawa
    Smart-Aging Research Center, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan.
  • Rainer Wieching
    Institute for New Media & Information Systems, University of Siegen, Siegen, Germany.
  • Sébastien Dacunha
    Faculté de Médecine, Université de Paris, Maladie d'Alzheimer, 75006 Paris, France.
  • Federico Barbarossa
    Scientific Direction, IRCCS INRCA, 60124 Ancona, Italy.
  • Vera Stara
    Scientific Direction, Istituto Nazionale di Ricovero e Cura per Anziani, Ancona, Italy.
  • Roberta Bevilacqua
    Laboratorio di Bioinformatica, Bioingegenria e Domotica, Istituto Nazionale di Riposo e Cura per Anziani, Ancona, Italy.
  • Maribel Pino
    Department of Geriatrics, Broca Hospital, Greater Paris University Hospitals (APHP), Paris, France, victoria.cristancho-lacroix@aphp.fr.

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