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Large language model-supported companion robots for loneliness in older people: A UK–Japan qualitative study integrating focus groups and in-home deployment

2026-03-13

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<title>Abstract</title> <p>Background: Loneliness is a critical social issue in older adults, with clinical implications. Conversational companion robots have been studied as one approach to ameliorating this issue. Large language models (LLMs) can enable flexible conversational ability in companion robots, but acceptability and suitability remain uncertain. We explored older people’s expectations and concerns re...

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DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-9093780/v1

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