Kyungin Ok
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Kyungin Ok is a leading researcher in gerontological nursing and human-robot interaction, with a focus on improving mental health and quality of life for older adults. Her most impactful work investigates the therapeutic potential of socially assistive robots, particularly the Korean-designed robot "Hyodol." In a landmark 2020 study involving 169 community-dwelling older adults living alone in Seoul, Ok demonstrated that Hyodol—which provides daily living management, emotional support, and cognitive stimulation—significantly reduced depressive symptoms (measured by the SGDS-K, from 6.28 to 3.40) and modestly improved quality of life (EQ-5D scores rising from 0.75 to 0.78). This work, cited 15 times, is a pioneering contribution to the evidence base for culturally tailored robotic interventions in aging populations. Ok’s research bridges nursing science and technology, offering scalable, non-pharmacological solutions for the growing global challenge of elderly loneliness and depression. Her findings have implications for smart aging policies and the design of companion robots, positioning her as a key figure in the intersection of geriatric care and assistive robotics.
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