A social robot connected with chatGPT to improve cognitive functioning in ASD subjects

Francesca Bertacchini; Francesca Bertacchini; Francesco Demarco; Francesco Demarco; Carmelo Scuro; Carmelo Scuro; Pietro Pantano; Pietro Pantano; Eleonora Bilotta; Eleonora Bilotta

doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1232177

Frontiers in Psychology (Oct 2023)

A social robot connected with chatGPT to improve cognitive functioning in ASD subjects

Francesca Bertacchini,
Francesca Bertacchini,
Francesco Demarco,
Francesco Demarco,
Carmelo Scuro,
Carmelo Scuro,
Pietro Pantano,
Pietro Pantano,
Eleonora Bilotta,
Eleonora Bilotta

Affiliations

Francesca Bertacchini: Department of Mechanical, Energy and Management Engineering, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Francesca Bertacchini: Laboratory of Cognitive Psychology and Mathematical Modelling, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Francesco Demarco: Laboratory of Cognitive Psychology and Mathematical Modelling, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Francesco Demarco: Department of Physics, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Carmelo Scuro: Laboratory of Cognitive Psychology and Mathematical Modelling, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Carmelo Scuro: Department of Physics, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Pietro Pantano: Laboratory of Cognitive Psychology and Mathematical Modelling, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Pietro Pantano: Department of Physics, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Eleonora Bilotta: Laboratory of Cognitive Psychology and Mathematical Modelling, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Eleonora Bilotta: Department of Physics, University of Calabria, Rende, Italy

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1232177
Journal volume & issue: Vol. 14

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Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDDs) represent a significant healthcare and economic burden for families and society. Technology, including AI and digital technologies, offers potential solutions for the assessment, monitoring, and treatment of NDDs. However, further research is needed to determine the effectiveness, feasibility, and acceptability of these technologies in NDDs, and to address the challenges associated with their implementation. In this work, we present the application of social robotics using a Pepper robot connected to the OpenAI system (Chat-GPT) for real-time dialogue initiation with the robot. After describing the general architecture of the system, we present two possible simulated interaction scenarios of a subject with Autism Spectrum Disorder in two different situations. Limitations and future implementations are also provided to provide an overview of the potential developments of interconnected systems that could greatly contribute to technological advancements for Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDD).

Published in Frontiers in Psychology

ISSN: 1664-1078 (Online)
Publisher: Frontiers Media S.A.
Country of publisher: Switzerland
LCC subjects: Philosophy. Psychology. Religion: Psychology
Website: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology

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