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MO NWD - Reducing Social Isolation One Furry-Friend at a Time

Center:

MO-University of Missouri, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2022

Contact Information:

Kelli Barton
[email protected]
816-235-8845

Product Description:

The presentation was on a study that was done in association with UMKC-IHD and MO Assistive Technology on the impact of robotic pets on older adults and people with disabilities during the pandemic. Adults were provided with interactive Joy for All robotic companion pets during the COVID-19 pandemic to measure how the robotic pets help in reducing loneliness and psychological distress. The outcomes were measured in a pre test and after five weeks post-test.

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Product/Publication Type(s):

Conference presentations and posters presented

Target Audience:

Consumers/Families, Professionals, Policymakers

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[email protected]

COVID-19 Related Data:

Yes

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