Study focuses on whether robots relate better to some autistic kids than humans
Ela, a 2-foot-tall robot, seems to have a power over children, including those with autism, that humans lack.
When Ela dances, does karate chops or makes simple facial expressions, children pay attention. Many can be coaxed into repeating the movements.
Researchers at the University of Connecticut are among a growing number of scientists trying to figure out whether this attraction can help children with autism improve motor skills and their ability to communicate.
via Study focuses on whether robots relate better to some autistic kids than humans – Connecticut Post.
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Julia Roberts
Julia Roberts is founder of Support for Special Needs and has been a regular contributor since its inception in May 2010. A mom to two kids with special needs, she didn't want other parents to feel what is the often isolating world of raising a child (or two!) with disabilities. Her kids had kidney transplants at the age of eight and will need liver transplants in the future as a result of ARPKD/CHF. They both have vision disorders and learning disabilities.