Robot buddy boosts mood in dementia care – study shows promise
NCT ID NCT05296239
First seen Mar 14, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tested a social robot that leads activities like trivia and reminders for people with Alzheimer's or other dementias living in assisted care. 26 residents, family members, and staff took part to see if the robot helped with engagement and mood. The goal was to understand what helps or hinders using such robots in real care settings.
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SimpleC, LLC
Atlanta, Georgia, 30060, United States
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University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia, 30602, United States
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