Robot teaches cancer basics to adults with learning disabilities
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study uses a friendly robot named Pepper to teach adults with intellectual disabilities about cancer in an easy-to-understand way. Researchers want to see if the robot helps people learn and feel more confident about cancer topics.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have an intellectual disability (like learning difficulties) and need some support each day
- You can say 'yes' to join, maybe with help from a family member or supporter
- You go to a day center or program for adults with disabilities
- You can understand and answer simple questions, maybe with help or a communication device
- You do not have severe vision or hearing loss that can't be helped with glasses or hearing aids
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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