Sensory, Affective, and Social Experiences with Haptic Devices in Intramural Care Practice

Dianne Vasseur (Corresponding author), Sima Ipakchian Askari, Sandra Suijkerbuijk, Henk Herman Nap, Wijnand IJsselsteijn

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Abstract

Previous work has shown that technology can facilitate the communication of emotions, social touch, and social presence through haptic devices, meaning devices that provide a haptic stimulation. However, for special user groups living in long-term care facilities, such as people with dementia, the applications of these haptic devices are not apparent. The aim of this study is to understand how haptic devices can be used in intramural care facilities in times of social isolation, focusing on haptic devices that utilize haptic sensation. Five haptic devices were tested at three care facilities. Insights from this study highlight the potential of haptic devices to enhance sensory, affective, and social experiences during video calling between residents and their relatives. Moreover, the importance of the tactile sensation and form factor of haptic devices in the care context is addressed, along with insights on how to create the appropriate atmosphere during video calling.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)230-253
Number of pages24
JournalNursing Reports
Volume14
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Mar 2024

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Keywords

  • COVID-19
  • dementia
  • haptic devices
  • intramural care facilities
  • profound intellectual and multiple disabilities
  • tactile
  • telecommunication

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