by ACUK
19. January 2012 07:22
In the last of this week's techno related posts we have a couple of links about the trend towards using robots for Autism Therapy (specifically with Chldren but increasingly it seems with Adults). Perhaps not surprisingly, the concept comes from the USA.
The basic idea is that Robots can help with learning social interactions in a non threatening and low arousal way.. but as the first post suggests, there are a set of complex ethical issues that surround the concept. We invite you to take a look and make up your own mind...
http://www.chicagonow.com/daily-downers/2011/10/robots-as-autism-therapists-what-could-possibly-go-wrong/
Secondly, here is a youtube clip about 'My Keepon' a small robot again designed to help overcome social interaction anxiety. This device is definately aimed at children (and became a crossover hit on the toy market)..but you have to admit it is extremely cute (as in the first few seconds of the clip and the picture below) ..!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYR4vJODw3A
On a serious note, we hope you have enjoyed the posts this week. In particular we hope you have found our article on Telecare and the 'Good Practice Checklist' useful and thought provoking. If you think that we could help you or a loved one design a support package with or without Telecare please do get in touch with us at info@autismcareuk.com
We would like to do more themed weeks here on the blog and would love your suggestions. Again, please just ping them over at the above address!
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