THE IMPACT OF COMPANION ROBOTIC PETS ON WELL-BEING AMONG COMMUNITY-DWELLING WOMEN AGED 65 AND OLDER
2024
The Impact of Companion Robotic Pets on Well-Being in Older Women
Sample size: 45
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kang Suk-Young, Kim Jeungkun, Kuhl Melanie
Primary Institution: Binghamton University
Hypothesis
Do companion robotic pets improve well-being among community-dwelling women aged 65 and older?
Conclusion
Companion robotic pets may enhance mental well-being and self-rated physical health in older women dealing with depression and anxiety.
Supporting Evidence
- Depression scores significantly decreased from pre-test to post-test.
- Anxiety scores significantly decreased from pre-test to post-test.
- Loneliness scores significantly decreased from pre-test to post-test.
- Self-rated physical health significantly improved from pre-test to post-test.
Takeaway
Having robotic pets can make older women feel less sad and lonely, and help them feel better about their health.
Methodology
Time series design with three data collection points after providing robotic pets to participants.
Participant Demographics
Community-dwelling women aged 65 and older with depressive symptoms.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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