Robust Risk-Averse Multi-Armed Bandits with Application in Social Engagement Behavior of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder While Imitating a Humanoid Robot

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Azra Aryania ◽  
Hadi S. Aghdasi ◽  
Rasoul Heshmati ◽  
Andrea Bonarini
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Humanoid Robot ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Risk Averse ◽  
Engagement Behavior

scholarly journals Social engagement of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in imitating a humanoid robot: a case study

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Azra Aryania ◽  
Hadi S. Aghdasi ◽  
Eleonora Aida Beccaluva ◽  
Andrea Bonarini
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Humanoid Robot ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder

scholarly journals Social engagement of children with autism spectrum disorder in interaction with a parrot-inspired therapeutic robot

2018 ◽  
Vol 133 ◽  
pp. 368-376 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jaishankar Bharatharaj ◽  
Loulin Huang ◽  
Christian Krägeloh ◽  
Mohan Rajesh Elara ◽  
Ahmed Al-Jumaily
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder

Meta-analysis of naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions for young children with autism spectrum disorder

Autism ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (8) ◽  
pp. 2080-2095 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabrielle Tiede ◽  
Katherine M. Walton
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Behavioral Intervention ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Behavioral Interventions ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Young Children With Autism ◽  
Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Intervention

Naturalistic developmental behavioral intervention is an emerging class of interventions for young children with autism spectrum disorder. The present article is a meta-analysis of outcomes of group-design studies ( n = 27) testing interventions using naturalistic developmental behavioral intervention strategies. Small, significant positive effects of naturalistic developmental behavioral intervention were found for expressive language ( g = 0.32), reduction in symptoms of autism spectrum disorder ( g = −0.38), and play skills ( g = 0.23). Larger effects were found for social engagement ( g = 0.65) and overall cognitive development ( g = 0.48). A marginal effect was found for joint attention ( g = 0.14) and receptive language ( g = 0.28). For joint attention, improvement was moderated by hours of professional involvement. Evidence of publication and reporting bias was present for language outcomes. This meta-analysis grows the evidence base for naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions, particularly in the key areas of social engagement and cognition.

The effects of animated video modeling on joint attention and social engagement in children with autism spectrum disorder

2019 ◽  
Vol 58 ◽  
pp. 83-95
Author(s):  
Tuan Q. Ho ◽  
Daniel L. Gadke ◽  
Carlen Henington ◽  
Tawny N. Evans-McCleon ◽  
Cheryl A. Justice
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Joint Attention ◽  
Video Modeling ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder

scholarly journals Case study assessing the feasibility of using a wearable haptic device or humanoid robot to facilitate transitions in occupational therapy sessions for children with autism spectrum disorder

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 205566832110490
Author(s):  
Audrée Jeanne Beaudoin ◽  
Frédérique Pedneault ◽  
Marina Houle ◽  
Cynthia Bilodeau ◽  
Marie-Pier Gauvin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Humanoid Robot ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Haptic Device ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Children With Asd ◽  
Therapy Sessions

Introduction Some children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have difficulties with transitions that may lead to problem behaviours. Although the use of technologies with children with ASD is receiving increasing attention, no study has looked at their effect on transitions in activities of daily living. This study aimed to document the feasibility of (1) using two intervention technologies (NAO humanoid robot or wearable haptic device) separately to facilitate transitions in occupational therapy sessions for children with ASD and (2) the method used to document changes. Methods Using a single case reversal (ABA) design, two children with ASD were randomly assigned to one of the intervention technologies (humanoid robot or haptic bracelet). Each technology was used as an antecedent to stimulate the start of transitions in eight intervention sessions at a private occupational therapy clinic. Data concerning the time required for transitions, child’s behaviours during transitions at the clinic and mother’s perception of the child’s performance in transitions at home were analysed graphically. Results When using technology, both children’s behaviours were appropriate, quick and relatively stable. Also, both mothers reported improved perceptions of their child’s performance in transitions. Conclusions This exploratory study suggests no detrimental effect of using these technologies.

scholarly journals Improving Social Engagement and Initiations Between Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Their Peers in Inclusive Settings

2012 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 220-227 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lynn K. Koegel ◽  
Ty W. Vernon ◽  
Robert L. Koegel ◽  
Brittany L. Koegel ◽  
Anne W. Paullin
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
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