Project Abstract:
A recent study published in Gruppe. Interaktion. Organisation. (GIO) explores the integration of QTrobot into outpatient addiction counseling for individuals with substance use disorders (SUD). Utilizing a participatory approach, researchers developed a prototype intervention focusing on crisis intervention and resilience-building exercises. This prototype was evaluated through focus groups comprising addiction counselors and individuals with SUD. The findings indicate significant potential for social robots in this field, highlighting both technical and organizational requirements. However, the study also identifies tensions concerning intervention effectiveness, user acceptance, data protection, and user autonomy, underscoring the need for careful integration of such technologies into counseling processes.
Reference:
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11612-025-00801-8