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Robot teachers take on dementia: 8-Week course shows promise

NCT ID NCT06984458

Prevention Sponsor: National Taiwan Normal University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether an 8-week course led by a robot (Kebbi) could help prevent cognitive decline in 80 community-dwelling adults aged 65+ with mild cognitive impairment. The experimental group interacted with the robot in small groups, playing board games and learning, while the control group received no intervention. Researchers measured changes in thinking, mood, social activity, and loneliness before, right after, and three months later.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Robot Dementia Prevention Course (behavioral intervention using Kebbi robot)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a fun, scalable way to help older adults stay sharp and socially engaged, potentially delaying dementia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study (80 people) with no blinding or randomization, so results may not be generalizable. The effect may be short-lived or due to social interaction rather than the robot itself.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

80 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2025

Finished

Nov 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 65 years or older, Able to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese, Able to provide informed consent or have a legal guardian provide consent Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of severe dementia or advanced neurodegenerative disease, Severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder), Unconsciousness or inability to stay awake or focused for the session duration, Inability to comply with study protocol or scheduled sessions

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Cognitive Dysfunction Psychological Well-Being dementia prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Aging and cognitive health Cognitive decline Dementia Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) Psychological well-being

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Taiwan Normal University

    Taipei, Taipei City, 10610, Taiwan

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