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Arshia A Khan¹

¹University of Minnesota Duluth, Duluth, MN, USA.

Alzheimer'S & Dementia : the Journal of the Alzheimer'S Association

|December 23, 2025

Summary

Robots in nursing homes boost elderly residents' mood and cognitive function through engaging activities. This study shows robots enhance emotional well-being and social interaction, improving overall quality of life in care settings.

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Robotics in Healthcare
Human-Robot Interaction

Background:

Robots are increasingly integrated into nursing homes for elderly care, offering functional assistance, social engagement, and entertainment.
Aging populations and resource limitations necessitate innovative solutions to enhance the well-being of residents in care facilities.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the impact of a multifunctional entertainment robot on the mood, cognitive function, and overall well-being of nursing home residents.
To assess the effectiveness of robot-assisted activities in fostering social interaction and cognitive stimulation among the elderly.

Main Methods:

A pre-post study design involving residents aged 65+ in multiple nursing homes interacting with a humanoid robot.
Data collection included the Brief Introspection Mood Scale (BMIS), Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA), and electrodermal activity (EDA) via wearable sensors.

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Qualitative data were gathered through staff and resident interviews, analyzed using thematic analysis.

Main Results:

Significant improvements in residents' mood and emotional well-being were observed, evidenced by increased positive affect scores on the BMIS.
Positive trends in cognitive function were noted through MOCA scores, and EDA data indicated heightened positive emotional responses.
Nursing home staff reported enhanced resident morale and a more interactive, lively atmosphere attributed to the robot.

Conclusions:

Multifunctional entertainment robots positively impact nursing home residents by enhancing emotional well-being and cognitive functions.
Robots represent a promising tool for enriching the lives of elderly individuals in care settings, addressing challenges in elderly care.