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Socially Assistive Robots: Toward an Enhanced Independence of Older Adults

The world population is aging. At the same time, the ratio of working-age people to older adults is becoming increasingly unfavorable, and shortages in the health and social care workforce are already predicted. These trends call for new approaches to enhance the independence and well- being of older adults. Socially assistive robot (SAR) technology may provide an effective solution to the aging society problem. We present the results of a systematic literature review to provide answers on the roles and research topics related to SARs for older adults. Bibliometric and content analysis methods were used to analyze and synthesize qualitative data. The research results advance the understanding of the potential benefits and challenges of using SARs to enhance the independence of older adults living both at home and in long-term care facilities. We aim this understanding to be particularly valuable to policymakers, the leadership of health and social care institutions, non-government organizations representatives, and other stakeholders involved in designing and producing technological solutions for the aging population. Future research could be directed at examining country-specific ethical, legal, and technical factors related to the potential use of SARs for older adults.

socially assistive robots ; older adults ; elderly care ; topic mapping ; systematic literature review

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