Effectiveness of Group Interventions With Socially-Assistive Robots for Older Adults: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Socially assistive robots (SARs) have been used in group interventions for older adults; however, their effectiveness remains unclear. This systematic review aimed to synthesize evidence on the efficacy of group interventions with SARs on various outcomes (physical, cognitive, psychological, quality of life, therapeutic engagement, and sociality) for older adults, and the factors that influence their effectiveness.

Design and method

A literature search was conducted using five databases (Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, PsycINFO, and MEDLINE) in October 2024. The research team selected and analyzed the studies applying a narrative synthesis.

Results

In all, 25 articles were identified, 15 of which were deemed of good quality. We found that companion robots

SUBMITTER: Ruan YX 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12616769 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature