Cognitive Impairment, commonly termed as Dementia, affects a large number of older
adults. People with dementia (PwD) experience cognitive decline that impacts their ability to …

Socially assistive robots are increasingly being designed to interact with humans in various
therapeutical scenarios. We believe that one useful scenario is providing exercise coaching …

Abstract Background: Socially assistive robots (SARs) have the potential to assist
nonpharmacological interventions based on verbal communication to support the care of …

Several studies have been reported on the use of social robots for dementia care. These
robots have been used for diverse tasks such as for companionship, as an exercise coach …

The number of people affected by dementia is expected to rise to 135.5 million people over
the course of the next two decades. Awaiting the discovery of a treatment able to cure …

The number of persons living with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (PLWDs)
has been keeping growing. In 2024, it is estimated that there will be approximately 6.7 …

Background Social robots that interact with humans have become an important focus of
robotics research. The scientific literature shows that activities, such as music therapy, can …

Objective: Assistive robots that help older adults with dementia (OAwDs) to carry out daily
activities or socially interact with them need to be designed to account for their unique …

The emergence of social robots in gerontology has introduced new playful and reassuring
media into nursing homes and geriatric wards. Despite promising results, their complexity …

As the global older population increases, a number of older adults need assistance in their
daily lives. Social robots can be used to provide support for a number of activities including …