“I Want to Send a Message to My Friend”: Exploring the Shift of Agency to Older Adults in HRI
Hugo Simão,
David Gonçalves,
Ana C. Pires
et al.
Abstract:Communication among some older adults is affected by cognitive and mobility impairments. This increases isolation, particularly for those residing in care homes, and leads to accelerated cognitive decline. Previous research has leveraged assistive robots to promote recreational routines and communication among older adults, with the robot leading the interaction. However, older adults could have more agency in the interaction, as robots could extend elders’ intentions and needs. Therefore, we explored an appro… Show more
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