The utilization of robotics in the study of autism spectrum disorder

Nikolaou Koufa Georgia; Pavlou Anna

doi:10.30574/gjeta.2024.21.3.0224

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The utilization of robotics in the study of autism spectrum disorder

Nikolaou Koufa Georgia ^* and Pavlou Anna

Department of Greek Philology, Democritus University of Thrace, Greece.

Research Article

Global Journal of Engineering and Technology Advances, 2024, 21(03), 050–055.

Article DOI: 10.30574/gjeta.2024.21.3.0224

DOI url: https://doi.org/10.30574/gjeta.2024.21.3.0224

Publication history

Received on 03 November 2024; revised on 11 December 2024; accepted on 13 December 2024

Abstract

This article examines the potential of using robots in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) research. First, the field of Social Assistive Robotics (SAR) is determined and how it is addressed to children with ASD. Then, a study on the interaction between children with ASD and anthropomorphic robots is presented, emphasizing the expression of emotions, verbal communication, exploring the environment and performing a request. These two elements are a prerequisite for the proper development of cognitive and social functions and present deficits in ASD. The aim is to use the results of this study in intervention programs in the school context.

Keywords

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); Social Assistive Robotics (ASR); Neurodevelopmental disorder; Digital Technologies; Special Education

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Nikolaou Koufa Georgia and Pavlou Anna. The utilization of robotics in the study of autism spectrum disorder. Global Journal of Engineering and Technology Advances, 2024, 21(3), 050-055. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/gjeta.2024.21.3.0224

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