Preliminary results of a therapeutic lab for promoting autonomies in autistic children
Cristina Gena, Rossana Damiano, Claudio Mattutino, Alessandro Mazzei,, Andrea Meirone, Loredana Mazzotta, Matteo Nazzario, Valeria Ricci, Stefania, Brighenti, Federica Liscio, Francesco Petriglia
TL;DR
This study reports preliminary qualitative findings from a therapeutic lab using Pepper robot to enhance autonomy in high-functioning autistic children, involving weekly sessions over four months.
Contribution
It introduces a novel robot-assisted therapeutic approach specifically targeting autonomy development in Asperger children.
Findings
Positive engagement observed during sessions
Initial signs of increased autonomy and functional skills
Feasibility of using Pepper robot in therapeutic settings
Abstract
This extended abtract describes the preliminary qualitative results coming from a therapeutic laboratory focused on the use of the Pepper robot to promote autonomies and functional acquisitions in highly functioning (Asperger) children with autism. The field lab, ideated and led by a multidisciplinary team, involved 4 children, aged 11-13, who attended the laboratory sessions once a week for four months.
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Taxonomy
TopicsAutism Spectrum Disorder Research · Behavioral and Psychological Studies · Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues