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Social Robots and Board Games for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital
Summary
This pilot randomized controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of combining social robot-assisted intervention with physical board games to improve socio-emotional skills in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Children with ASD often face challenges in emotion recognition, emotional regulation, and social interaction. This study aims to investigate whether integrating an interactive social robot (Kebbi) into board game activities can enhance children's social engagement, emotional comprehension, and cooperative behaviors compared to conventional occupational therapy. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the robot-assisted board game group or the conventional occupational therapy group.
Official title: Effectiveness of Social Robot-Assisted Intervention Combined With Board Games on Socio-Emotional Skills in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
4 Years - 10 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
20
Start Date
2026-08-18
Completion Date
2026-12-31
Last Updated
2026-08-20
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Social Robot-Assisted Board Game Intervention
Comprises 14 structured social-emotional scenario scripts using the Kebbi Air interactive robot and a custom mobile application, paired with 5-piece modular acrylic emotion puzzle boards covering 7 basic and complex emotions.
Conventional Occupational Therapy
Standard occupational therapy utilizing sensory integration equipment (e.g., swings, therapy rollers, jumping mats) and therapist-guided social interactive activities targeting emotional regulation and peer interaction.
Locations (1)
National Taiwan University Hospital Yunlin Branch
Huwei, Yunlin, Taiwan