2026
Gameplay with a Socially Supportive Virtual Robot Enhances Children's Global Self-Esteem, Peer Relationships, Interest and Engagement
Devasena Pasupuleti, Hamed Mahzoon, Kazuki Sakai, Hiroshi Ishiguro, Yaswanth Bangi, Rajeevlochana G. Chittawadigi +1
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Self-esteem plays a crucial role in children’s psychological well-being and social development. However, traditional interventions cannot provide consistent and engaging support. Recently, game-based learning has shown promise in fostering self-reliance and social confidence. Notably, socially suppo…