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Robotic pet therapy in long-term care.

Nursing Jun 1, 2016
Humans Patient Safety Dementia Treatment Outcome Robotics Diffusion of Innovation Interpersonal Relations Animal Assisted Therapy Long-Term Care
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Using a Robotic Cat in Dementia Care: A Pilot Study.

Journal of gerontological nursing Oct 1, 2015
The current study aimed to explore (a) reactions of individuals with dementia to an interactive robotic cat and their relatives' and professional caregivers' experiences, and (b) to measure usability in developing the care/treatment of individuals wi...
Humans Aged Aged, 80 and over Animals Quality of Life Pilot Projects Qualitative Research Dementia Robotics Cats Animal Assisted Therapy
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Use of Robotic Pets in Providing Stimulation for Nursing Home Residents with Dementia.

Studies in health technology and informatics Jan 1, 2015
Trial experiments utilized robotic pets to facilitate self-reliance in nursing home residents. A remote-control robot modeled clear and meaningful behaviors to elderly residents. Special attention was paid to its effects on mental and social domains....
Humans Female Aged Communication Animals Male Persons with Disabilities Robotics Equipment Design Dogs Alzheimer Disease Attention Cues Motor Skills Nursing Homes Social Behavior Animal Assisted Therapy Homes for the Aged Pets
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