Robot companion eases anxiety in rare disease families

NCT ID NCT06466109

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a social robot named PARO could help children with rare diseases and their parents feel less anxious and stressed, and improve their relationship. Fourteen families completed four sessions where they interacted with the robot together. The results showed the robot was well-liked and may help families bond and relax.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Rare Diseases Stress, Psychological

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Taiwan University Children's Hospital

    Taipei, 100226, Taiwan

  • Taipei Veterans General Hospital

    Taipei, 11217, Taiwan