2023/03/24 by Emilyann Nault, Nault, Emilyann, Ronnie W. Smith +3
Psychology · Social Sciences · #68T40 #Cognitive Functions and Memory #FOS: Computer and information sciences #Robotics (cs.RO) #Social Robot Interaction and HRI #Technology Use by Older Adults
paper · pdf · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2303.14055
openalex publication_date 2023/03/24 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/28
In the field of Human Robot Interaction (HRI), socially assistive robots are being investigated to see if they can help combat challenges that can come with aging by providing different forms of support to older adults. As a result, it is imperative that the HRI community are aware of the potential pitfalls that can occur such as over-attachment, over-reliance, and increased isolation. This position paper argues designers should (a) avoid pitfalls that can lead to a negative impact on decline, and (b) leverage SAR decision making to avoid the pitfalls while attaining the benefits of this technology. Finally, we describe the concept for a framework as a starting point for addressing the concerns raised in this paper.