Could robots become authentic companions in nursing care?

Area of Science:

• Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Gerontology
• Philosophy of Technology

Background:

• Growing investment in humanoid robots for elder care companionship.
• Ethical and psychological concerns regarding authenticity in human-robot interactions.
• Debate on whether AI mimicry can replace genuine human care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To scientifically evaluate objections to AI in elder care.
• To explore the implications of human-robot interaction for older adults.
• To propose advancements in AI modeling for more authentic interactions.

Main Methods:

• Philosophical and scientific assessment of AI's role in care.
• Analysis of objections based on religious and metaphysical viewpoints.
• Proposal for revised AI models incorporating classical and quantum computation.

Main Results:

• Current AI models may lead to inauthentic human-robot relationships.
• Religious and materialist perspectives offer differing views on AI consciousness.
• Revised AI models integrating quantum computation show potential for more authentic interaction.

Conclusions:

• Fundamental revisions in AI modeling are needed for genuine human-robot interaction in elder care.
• Interactive classical and quantum computation may enable more meaningful social engagement with robots.
• The potential for AI in nursing care requires careful scientific and ethical consideration.