AI-powered social robots significantly improve emotional well-being in elderly, children: Study
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A pilot study in Singapore found that AI-powered social robots significantly improved emotional well-being in elderly and children with high support needs. The study, conducted by AWWA and the Singapore University of Social Sciences, showed improved quality of life, happiness, and companionship among seniors, and improved physical well-being and emotional regulation among children.
A study in Singapore used Lovot, a doll-like social companion robot, to improve emotional well-being in elderly and children. The robot uses AI to respond to people in real time. The study involved 117 participants, including 105 seniors and 66 children with high support needs. It found that interactions with Lovot improved quality of life, happiness, and companionship among seniors. Children with high support needs showed improved physical well-being, school environment readiness, and mobility. They also had stronger attention and focus in class, and better emotional regulation. The study was conducted by AWWA and the Singapore University of Social Sciences, in partnership with Temasek Foundation, over nearly two years. The findings suggest that social robots can complement human-led interventions and contribute to a more responsive and supportive care environment. AWWA plans to consider expanding the use of Lovot across senior care and early intervention programmes. The Lovot project will be featured at the World Ageing Festival, where the findings will be presented and the technology showcased.
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