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

Desideri Lorenzo, Negrini Marco, Cutrone Maria Cristina, Malavasi Massimiliano, Hoogerwerf Evert-Jan, Bonifacci Paola, Di Sarro Rita

Year
2017
Citations
3

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.

Keywords

Autism spectrum disorderHumanoid robotAutismPsychologyDevelopmental psychologyPhysical medicine and rehabilitationComputer scienceRobotMedicineArtificial intelligence

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