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When robots are integrated into household spaces and rituals, they acquire emotional value

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par Zhao Zhao, Assistant professor, Computer Science, University of Guelph

Social companion robots are no longer just science fiction. In classrooms, libraries and homes, these small machines are designed to read stories, play games or offer comfort to children. They promise to support learning and companionship, yet their role in family life often extends beyond their original purpose.

In our recent study of families in Canada and the United States, we found that even after a children’s reading robot “retired” or was no longer in active and regular use, most households chose to keep…

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