Hospitalization is a stressful experience for children. Socially assistive robots (SARs),
designed to interact with humans, might be a means to mitigate a child's stress and support …

The use of innovative technology in the field of Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) has
gained significant attention nowadays. Despite being a promising research area, Socially …

Robots present an opportunity to redefine traditional game scenarios by being physical
embodiments of agents/game elements. Robot assisted play has been used to reduce the …

The aim of this study was to explore the potential of ZORA robot-based interventions in
rehabilitation and special education for children with severe physical disabilities. A two …

Teo is a mobile robot designed for children with Neuro-Developmental Disorder (NDD).
Teo's behavior can be remotely controlled by the caregiver or autonomously activated by …

Background: Play is critical for children's physical, cognitive, and social development.
Technology-based toys like robots are especially of interest to children. This pilot study …

Purpose Play is a fundamental human right and one of the most important occupations in
children's lives. Fewer opportunities exist for children with physical disabilities (CWPD) to …

In recent years, children's mental health problems, including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder (ADHD), have been a growing phenomenon. However, there are limited examples …

BACKGROUND: Play is essential for children's development. Children with severe physical
disabilities often experience problems engaging in play. In rehabilitation and special …

This book traces the development of audio description (AD), a form of audiovisual translation
delivered orally and consumed aurally that makes visual elements accessible primarily to …