This review aimed to identify the areas of need that older people have, and the available
solutions. In particular, the robotic solutions are explored and critiqued and areas for future …

The importance of human‐animal bonds has been documented throughout history, across
cultures, and in recent research. However, attachments with companion animals have been …

Objectives To investigate the psychosocial effects of the companion robot, Paro, in a rest
home/hospital setting in comparison to a control group. Design Randomized controlled trial …

Aim To investigate the effects of interacting with the companion robot, P aro, on blood
pressure and heart rate of older people in a residential care facility. Methods This study used …

En este estudio se describe la actividad profesional de las principales entidades
(instituciones, empresas, fundaciones, asociaciones, etc.) que en España se dedican de …

Previous studies identify owner-related issues, such as cost and housing, as common
reasons for relinquishment of companion animals to animal shelters. It is likely that the …

Objective To examine whether dog ownership amongst community dwelling older adults (≥
65 years) is associated with objectively measured physical activity (PA). Methods We used …

Aging research has experienced a burst of scientific efforts in the last decades as the
growing ratio of elderly people has begun to pose an increased burden on the healthcare …

In this study we examined associations between pet ownership and presence and indicators
of psychological wellbeing in older Australians, using an innovative, experience sampling …

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