Results for tag: "Emotional Therapy Robots"

Emotional therapy robots, or therapeutic robots, are a subset of service robots designed to interact with humans and provide psychological, and emotional support, often in healthcare settings such as hospitals, eldercare facilities, and individual homes. These robots typically exhibit animal or humanoid features and possess the capability to engage with users through communication and responsive behaviors. They are programmed to recognize and respond to human emotions, which can be therapeutic for individuals with various conditions including dementia, autism, and emotional distress. Emotional therapy robots may employ artificial intelligence to improve their interactions and learn from each user's specific needs and preferences. By providing companionship and reducing feelings of loneliness, these robots can improve users' mental health and overall well-being. Researchers and healthcare providers often study the benefits and ethical implications of their use, and they represent a growing field of study within human-robot interaction and assistive technology. Several companies have made their mark in the emotional therapy robots market. PARO Robots, the creator of PARO, a therapeutic robot seal, is known for its contributions to dementia care. Hasbro, through its Joy for All brand, provides companion pets that mimic the appearance and behavior of cats and dogs for eldercare. Intuitive Robots offers social humanoid robots like Pepper, which can be adapted for emotional therapy purposes. Softbank Robotics also ventures into the emotional therapy space with robots like NAO, which can be used for autism therapy. These companies, along with startups and research institutions, continue to innovate and develop new therapeutic robot solutions Show Less Read more