Post Human Angels: Compassionate Relationships with Inanimate Objects

Robot Companions

As global demographics shift, the percentage of the world's population over 65 is predicted to double between 2000 and 2050. Japan currently has the greatest number of senior citizens, with 20% of its population over the age of 65. One solution to the issue of elder care may be to replace the traditional multi-generational family bonds with robot companions. This technology is demonstrating the potential to affect both physical and emotional health while alleviating the burden of needed caregivers in a time of labor shortage.  



 

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