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There are numbers of autism related research can be found in Malaysia that generally focus on the ASD, learning disorder, communication aids, therapy and many more. The list of publications is provided below:
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2020 |
Alnajjar, F; Cappuccio, M; Renawi, A; Mubin, O; Loo, C K Personalized Robot Interventions for Autistic Children: An Automated Methodology for Attention Assessment Journal Article International Journal of Social Robotics, 2020, ISSN: 18754791, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Assessment, Attention, Autism, Children with Autism, Diseases, Emotion, Emotional Response, Interaction Systems, Robotics, Robots, Therapy @article{Alnajjar2020, title = {Personalized Robot Interventions for Autistic Children: An Automated Methodology for Attention Assessment}, author = {F Alnajjar and M Cappuccio and A Renawi and O Mubin and C K Loo}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85081653497&doi=10.1007%2fs12369-020-00639-8&partnerID=40&md5=99d36c26b54c3f23ebb13499387b859a}, doi = {10.1007/s12369-020-00639-8}, issn = {18754791}, year = {2020}, date = {2020-01-01}, journal = {International Journal of Social Robotics}, publisher = {Springer}, abstract = {We propose a robot-mediated therapy and assessment system for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) of mild to moderate severity and minimal verbal capabilities. The objectives of the robot interaction sessions is to improve the academic capabilities of ASD patients by increasing the length and the quality of their attention. The system uses a NAO robot and an added mobile display to present emotional cues and solicit appropriate emotional responses. The interaction is semi-autonomous with minimal human intervention.Interaction occurs within an adaptive dynamic scenario composed of 13 sections. The scenario allows adaptive customization based on the attention score history of each patient. The attention score is autonomously generated by the system and depends on face attention and joint attention cues and sound responses. The scoring system allows us to prove that the customized interaction system increases the engagement and attention capabilities of ASD patients.After performing a pilot study, involving 6 ASD children, out of a total of 11 considered in the clinical setup, we conducted a long-term study. This study empirically proves that the proposed assessment system represents the attention state of the patient with 82.4% accuracy. © 2020, Springer Nature B.V.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Assessment, Attention, Autism, Children with Autism, Diseases, Emotion, Emotional Response, Interaction Systems, Robotics, Robots, Therapy}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } We propose a robot-mediated therapy and assessment system for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) of mild to moderate severity and minimal verbal capabilities. The objectives of the robot interaction sessions is to improve the academic capabilities of ASD patients by increasing the length and the quality of their attention. The system uses a NAO robot and an added mobile display to present emotional cues and solicit appropriate emotional responses. The interaction is semi-autonomous with minimal human intervention.Interaction occurs within an adaptive dynamic scenario composed of 13 sections. The scenario allows adaptive customization based on the attention score history of each patient. The attention score is autonomously generated by the system and depends on face attention and joint attention cues and sound responses. The scoring system allows us to prove that the customized interaction system increases the engagement and attention capabilities of ASD patients.After performing a pilot study, involving 6 ASD children, out of a total of 11 considered in the clinical setup, we conducted a long-term study. This study empirically proves that the proposed assessment system represents the attention state of the patient with 82.4% accuracy. © 2020, Springer Nature B.V. |
2019 |
Ishak, N I; Yusof, H.Md.; Sidek, S N; Rusli, N Robot selection in robotic intervention for ASD children Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2019, ISBN: 9781538624715, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Biomedical Engineering, Commercial Robots, Communication Skills, Early Intervention, Human Robot Interaction, Important Features, Recent Researches, Robotics, Social Interactions @conference{Ishak2019156, title = {Robot selection in robotic intervention for ASD children}, author = {N I Ishak and H.Md. Yusof and S N Sidek and N Rusli}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85062769148&doi=10.1109%2fIECBES.2018.8626679&partnerID=40&md5=4ab38d1996ff4c48913864199d814cc6}, doi = {10.1109/IECBES.2018.8626679}, isbn = {9781538624715}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, journal = {2018 IEEE EMBS Conference on Biomedical Engineering and Sciences, IECBES 2018 - Proceedings}, pages = {156-160}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {This paper explains on the selection of a robot that is suitable for engagement with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) children. Many robots were being developed to help these children to improve their behavior, communication skills, social interaction, joint attention and sensitivity. Recent researches done shown that a commercialize robot is better in early intervention therapy for the children because of its robustness and easily can be programmed by the parents and teachers. Instead, the physical appearance of the robot also plays an important feature for robot selection. Comparison studies were made between prototype robots that currently used in Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) and commercial robot. As a result, we proposed to have a commercial robot that is robust, simple, economical, durable and flexible to be changed to any desired form as our medium of interactions. © 2018 IEEE}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Autism Spectrum Disorders, Biomedical Engineering, Commercial Robots, Communication Skills, Early Intervention, Human Robot Interaction, Important Features, Recent Researches, Robotics, Social Interactions}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper explains on the selection of a robot that is suitable for engagement with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) children. Many robots were being developed to help these children to improve their behavior, communication skills, social interaction, joint attention and sensitivity. Recent researches done shown that a commercialize robot is better in early intervention therapy for the children because of its robustness and easily can be programmed by the parents and teachers. Instead, the physical appearance of the robot also plays an important feature for robot selection. Comparison studies were made between prototype robots that currently used in Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) and commercial robot. As a result, we proposed to have a commercial robot that is robust, simple, economical, durable and flexible to be changed to any desired form as our medium of interactions. © 2018 IEEE |
Ishak, N I; Yusof, H M; Ramlee, M R H; Sidek, S N; Rusli, N Modules of Interaction for ASD Children Using Rero Robot (Humanoid) Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2019, ISBN: 9781728129716, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Commercial Robots, Developmental Disorders, Early Intervention, Human Interactions, Human Robot Interaction, Interaction Mediums, Interaction Modules, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Robots @conference{Ishak2019, title = {Modules of Interaction for ASD Children Using Rero Robot (Humanoid)}, author = {N I Ishak and H M Yusof and M R H Ramlee and S N Sidek and N Rusli}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85078867258&doi=10.1109%2fICOM47790.2019.8952038&partnerID=40&md5=8eadb9e644d78f52f44a76a6f57c8de4}, doi = {10.1109/ICOM47790.2019.8952038}, isbn = {9781728129716}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, journal = {2019 7th International Conference on Mechatronics Engineering, ICOM 2019}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects one's ability to understand social cues and to communicate. As it begins early in childhood and can last throughout a person's life, it is important to have an early intervention and rehabilitation. Previous research has shown that robotic platforms helped and encouraged positive outcome in ASD children rehabilitation. Early interventions through human-robot interaction (HRI) have the potential when used to improve communication and social skills of the children. In this research, a new framework has been developed featuring a robot and human interaction modules. A commercial robot, Rero has been adopted and used as the interaction medium. This robot has been selected based on its reconfigurable capability and ability to be developed into many forms. It is also mobile, speech enabled, controllable, programmable, and attractive. Five modules of interaction have been developed and approval from special education teachers and therapists has been sought. The modules are created to help the children to be able to imitate actions, follow instructions, name objects, as well as to focus and match colours. Observations from the experiment shows that the children enjoyed the interaction modules with a median of more than 70% of scores and were well engaged with the robots with certain type of modules. © 2019 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Autism Spectrum Disorders, Commercial Robots, Developmental Disorders, Early Intervention, Human Interactions, Human Robot Interaction, Interaction Mediums, Interaction Modules, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Robots}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects one's ability to understand social cues and to communicate. As it begins early in childhood and can last throughout a person's life, it is important to have an early intervention and rehabilitation. Previous research has shown that robotic platforms helped and encouraged positive outcome in ASD children rehabilitation. Early interventions through human-robot interaction (HRI) have the potential when used to improve communication and social skills of the children. In this research, a new framework has been developed featuring a robot and human interaction modules. A commercial robot, Rero has been adopted and used as the interaction medium. This robot has been selected based on its reconfigurable capability and ability to be developed into many forms. It is also mobile, speech enabled, controllable, programmable, and attractive. Five modules of interaction have been developed and approval from special education teachers and therapists has been sought. The modules are created to help the children to be able to imitate actions, follow instructions, name objects, as well as to focus and match colours. Observations from the experiment shows that the children enjoyed the interaction modules with a median of more than 70% of scores and were well engaged with the robots with certain type of modules. © 2019 IEEE. |
2018 |
Ishak, N I; Yusof, H M; Sidek, S N; Jaalan, Z Interactive robotic platform for education and language skill rehabilitation Conference 2017-November , Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2018, ISBN: 9781538639603, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Communication Skills, Diseases, Eye Movement, Facial Expression, High Level Controllers, Human Robot Interaction, Interactive Robotics, Machine Design, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics @conference{Ishak20181, title = {Interactive robotic platform for education and language skill rehabilitation}, author = {N I Ishak and H M Yusof and S N Sidek and Z Jaalan}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85050632534&doi=10.1109%2fICSIMA.2017.8312031&partnerID=40&md5=d2a223b2a4623560320389638990a308}, doi = {10.1109/ICSIMA.2017.8312031}, isbn = {9781538639603}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {2017 IEEE International Conference on Smart Instrumentation, Measurement and Applications, ICSIMA 2017}, volume = {2017-November}, pages = {1-5}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {In this paper, we present the mechanism and system design of a robot that is suitable for rehabilitation process for autistic children. Through some researches, robot seems to have the ability to improve the communication skills of the children with autism. An interactive robotic platform has been developed taking into consideration the robot appearance and features to encourage positive outcome in the rehabilitation of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) children. The interaction between the robot and the child included language skills, eye contact, imitation behavior, facial expression and movement of the robot. Here, a high-level controller is integrated to the system to help therapist monitors the children's reactions towards the robot. In result, the developed robot has the ability to help therapist to diagnose and conclude the therapy session in a shorter period. © 2017 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Communication Skills, Diseases, Eye Movement, Facial Expression, High Level Controllers, Human Robot Interaction, Interactive Robotics, Machine Design, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } In this paper, we present the mechanism and system design of a robot that is suitable for rehabilitation process for autistic children. Through some researches, robot seems to have the ability to improve the communication skills of the children with autism. An interactive robotic platform has been developed taking into consideration the robot appearance and features to encourage positive outcome in the rehabilitation of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) children. The interaction between the robot and the child included language skills, eye contact, imitation behavior, facial expression and movement of the robot. Here, a high-level controller is integrated to the system to help therapist monitors the children's reactions towards the robot. In result, the developed robot has the ability to help therapist to diagnose and conclude the therapy session in a shorter period. © 2017 IEEE. |
Hashim, R; Yussof, H 2018-January , Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2018, ISBN: 9781538613429, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Assistive Technology, Autism, Children, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Economics, Humanoid, Intelligent Control, Robotics, Skill Training, Smart Sensors @conference{Hashim2018374, title = {Preparation for adulthood: Benefits of assistive technologies in social skills training of children with autism}, author = {R Hashim and H Yussof}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85047431902&doi=10.1109%2fIRIS.2017.8250151&partnerID=40&md5=3089796dde7022fa5a4a56200466013f}, doi = {10.1109/IRIS.2017.8250151}, isbn = {9781538613429}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Proceedings - 2017 IEEE 5th International Symposium on Robotics and Intelligent Sensors, IRIS 2017}, volume = {2018-January}, pages = {374-378}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Humanoids as a form of assistive technologies have been shown to have positive effects on the social-cognitive behavior of brain-impaired children, particularly those with autism. However, evidences on the socio-economic benefits in social-skill training on brain-impaired children have been lacking. At the preliminary stage, a case study of a primary school with special classes for gifted children is the case study for pretesting purposes. As it is, interviewers with teachers at the special integration classes form the basis for primary data collection. Findings indicated that the teachers, parents and guardians of these children are not ready for humanoids to train their children but in future such attempts are encouraged. Nonetheless, this paper will highlight the socio-economic benefits of humanoid-assisted social skills training of children with autism. This is important in preparing them for adulthood and independence. In addition, from the literature reviewed, content analyses on humanoid-mediated research articles provide the preliminary empirical support. Evidences and outcomes from similar research projects conducted from social scientists in developing nations further narrows the objectives of the investigation. Theoretical implication from this study is also discussed. © 2017 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Assistive Technology, Autism, Children, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Economics, Humanoid, Intelligent Control, Robotics, Skill Training, Smart Sensors}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Humanoids as a form of assistive technologies have been shown to have positive effects on the social-cognitive behavior of brain-impaired children, particularly those with autism. However, evidences on the socio-economic benefits in social-skill training on brain-impaired children have been lacking. At the preliminary stage, a case study of a primary school with special classes for gifted children is the case study for pretesting purposes. As it is, interviewers with teachers at the special integration classes form the basis for primary data collection. Findings indicated that the teachers, parents and guardians of these children are not ready for humanoids to train their children but in future such attempts are encouraged. Nonetheless, this paper will highlight the socio-economic benefits of humanoid-assisted social skills training of children with autism. This is important in preparing them for adulthood and independence. In addition, from the literature reviewed, content analyses on humanoid-mediated research articles provide the preliminary empirical support. Evidences and outcomes from similar research projects conducted from social scientists in developing nations further narrows the objectives of the investigation. Theoretical implication from this study is also discussed. © 2017 IEEE. |
Hashim, R; Yussof, H Feasibility of care robots for children with special needs: A review Conference 2018-January , Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2018, ISBN: 9781538613429, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Caregiver, Humanoid, Intelligent Control, Review, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Robotics, Special Needs @conference{Hashim2018379, title = {Feasibility of care robots for children with special needs: A review}, author = {R Hashim and H Yussof}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85047391087&doi=10.1109%2fIRIS.2017.8250152&partnerID=40&md5=01f785951837849962044510db789d8d}, doi = {10.1109/IRIS.2017.8250152}, isbn = {9781538613429}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Proceedings - 2017 IEEE 5th International Symposium on Robotics and Intelligent Sensors, IRIS 2017}, volume = {2018-January}, pages = {379-382}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {In caring for special needs children, for example, those with autism, there should be alternatives for the parents and guardians of these children. In this instance, aside from fellow humans, care robots should be considered. Therefore, this review paper synthesizes the results from several primary literature on the feasibility of using robots to care for children with special needs. Digesting and summarizing on the literature reviewed within this scope, it is not currently feasible for robots to care for children much so for those with special needs. More concrete evidences are required for parents and guardians to put faith in a machine as a replacement for a human care giver. © 2017 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Caregiver, Humanoid, Intelligent Control, Review, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Robotics, Special Needs}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } In caring for special needs children, for example, those with autism, there should be alternatives for the parents and guardians of these children. In this instance, aside from fellow humans, care robots should be considered. Therefore, this review paper synthesizes the results from several primary literature on the feasibility of using robots to care for children with special needs. Digesting and summarizing on the literature reviewed within this scope, it is not currently feasible for robots to care for children much so for those with special needs. More concrete evidences are required for parents and guardians to put faith in a machine as a replacement for a human care giver. © 2017 IEEE. |
Ghazali, R; Soon, C C; Hassan, S N S; Sulaiman, N Design and development of therapeutic aid tools using human-machine interaction approach for children with autism spectrum disorder Journal Article Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, 739 , pp. 530-537, 2018, ISSN: 21945357, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Communication Skills, Design and Development, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Human Machine Interaction, Human Robot Interaction, Learning, Man Machine Systems, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Social Interactions, Technology Enhancements @article{Ghazali2018530, title = {Design and development of therapeutic aid tools using human-machine interaction approach for children with autism spectrum disorder}, author = {R Ghazali and C C Soon and S N S Hassan and N Sulaiman}, editor = {Levy Mohd Lokman Chen P A K Koyama S. Yamanaka T.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85044232513&doi=10.1007%2f978-981-10-8612-0_55&partnerID=40&md5=94310d263566c262486065187e7d4f09}, doi = {10.1007/978-981-10-8612-0_55}, issn = {21945357}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing}, volume = {739}, pages = {530-537}, publisher = {Springer Verlag}, abstract = {The development of human–machine interaction as teaching and therapeutic aid tools for therapist as well as parents of children with various levels of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been widely developed amongst the researchers and academician. The technology enhancement by integrating robotics and automation is purposely established to provide assistance for children with ASD that suffer from brain development, social interaction, communication skill, and cognitive function. Therefore, this paper presents the development and evaluation of the therapeutic aid tools through human-machine interaction approaches. Apart from attracting the children with ASD to participate in rehabilitation and learning process, these tools are purposely designed to encourage children with ASD to learn and react using the various interactive physical games. In the evaluation process, the completion time has been recorded in the continuation of three attempts for the comparison purpose. As a result, the combination of technology in this therapeutic aid tools will enhance the level of thinking and elevate the activities during the therapy process. As a conclusion, different methods can be enhanced to support children with ASD through the existing technologies and thus provide new alternatives in therapy process. © Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2018.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Communication Skills, Design and Development, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Human Machine Interaction, Human Robot Interaction, Learning, Man Machine Systems, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Social Interactions, Technology Enhancements}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The development of human–machine interaction as teaching and therapeutic aid tools for therapist as well as parents of children with various levels of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been widely developed amongst the researchers and academician. The technology enhancement by integrating robotics and automation is purposely established to provide assistance for children with ASD that suffer from brain development, social interaction, communication skill, and cognitive function. Therefore, this paper presents the development and evaluation of the therapeutic aid tools through human-machine interaction approaches. Apart from attracting the children with ASD to participate in rehabilitation and learning process, these tools are purposely designed to encourage children with ASD to learn and react using the various interactive physical games. In the evaluation process, the completion time has been recorded in the continuation of three attempts for the comparison purpose. As a result, the combination of technology in this therapeutic aid tools will enhance the level of thinking and elevate the activities during the therapy process. As a conclusion, different methods can be enhanced to support children with ASD through the existing technologies and thus provide new alternatives in therapy process. © Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2018. |
Aziz, A A; Moganan, F F M; Mokhsin, M; Sakamat, N; Ismail, A Humanoid robot intervention with autism: The conceptual model in demonstrating the emotional responses of children with autism Journal Article Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, 739 , pp. 574-579, 2018, ISSN: 21945357, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Conceptual Model, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Emotion, Emotional Response, Humanoid Robot, Robotics, Robots @article{Aziz2018574, title = {Humanoid robot intervention with autism: The conceptual model in demonstrating the emotional responses of children with autism}, author = {A A Aziz and F F M Moganan and M Mokhsin and N Sakamat and A Ismail}, editor = {Levy Mohd Lokman Chen P A K Koyama S. Yamanaka T.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85044186403&doi=10.1007%2f978-981-10-8612-0_60&partnerID=40&md5=76beda967357c1b4445593f4f3bb00fe}, doi = {10.1007/978-981-10-8612-0_60}, issn = {21945357}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing}, volume = {739}, pages = {574-579}, publisher = {Springer Verlag}, abstract = {Autism is a lifelong developmental disorder often associated with the inability to interact and communicate with others in meaningful ways. Few studies have actually proven that individuals with autism are facing difficulties in extracting and interpreting the emotion of others. This has led to the misbelief that individuals with autism are emotionless. This paper aims to demonstrate that given the right triggers, individuals with autism will show certain level of emotional responses. With its main objectives being (i) To study the previous research on the impact of Humanoid Robot Intervention on autistic children’s emotional responses and (ii) To illustrate the conceptual model that can further elevate the emotional responses of an autistic child, it is with the best hope that the model can further aid researchers in understanding the autistic children’s emotional responses while engaging with the humanoid robot, thus may help in creating a more meaningful and successful interaction session. © Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2018.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Conceptual Model, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Emotion, Emotional Response, Humanoid Robot, Robotics, Robots}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Autism is a lifelong developmental disorder often associated with the inability to interact and communicate with others in meaningful ways. Few studies have actually proven that individuals with autism are facing difficulties in extracting and interpreting the emotion of others. This has led to the misbelief that individuals with autism are emotionless. This paper aims to demonstrate that given the right triggers, individuals with autism will show certain level of emotional responses. With its main objectives being (i) To study the previous research on the impact of Humanoid Robot Intervention on autistic children’s emotional responses and (ii) To illustrate the conceptual model that can further elevate the emotional responses of an autistic child, it is with the best hope that the model can further aid researchers in understanding the autistic children’s emotional responses while engaging with the humanoid robot, thus may help in creating a more meaningful and successful interaction session. © Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2018. |
2017 |
Sitimin, S A; Fikry, A; Ismail, Z; Hussein, N Work-family Conflict among Working Parents of Children with Autism in Malaysia Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Children with Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Intelligent Control, Malaysia, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Work-Family Conflict, Working Parents @conference{Sitimin2017345, title = {Work-family Conflict among Working Parents of Children with Autism in Malaysia}, author = {S A Sitimin and A Fikry and Z Ismail and N Hussein}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016123728&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.232&partnerID=40&md5=96f1dbb29f30b6aadd279818134255df}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.232}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {345-352}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {This qualitative study describes the conflict between work roles and family roles, and recommendations to reduce the work-family conflict from the perspective of working parents of children with Autism in Malaysia. Data were collected personally from 12 respondents via a semi-structured interview. These working parents discussed the work-family conflict that they faced and what kind of needs that can help to overcome the conflicts, as well as if there is any support provided by their employer to reduce work-family conflict. Interview results indicate that balancing work roles and family roles at once is very challenging. It shows that these working parents need a nursery that accepts a child with Autism and support from their employer to lessen their work-family conflict. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Children with Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Intelligent Control, Malaysia, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Work-Family Conflict, Working Parents}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This qualitative study describes the conflict between work roles and family roles, and recommendations to reduce the work-family conflict from the perspective of working parents of children with Autism in Malaysia. Data were collected personally from 12 respondents via a semi-structured interview. These working parents discussed the work-family conflict that they faced and what kind of needs that can help to overcome the conflicts, as well as if there is any support provided by their employer to reduce work-family conflict. Interview results indicate that balancing work roles and family roles at once is very challenging. It shows that these working parents need a nursery that accepts a child with Autism and support from their employer to lessen their work-family conflict. © 2017 The Authors. |
Hashim, R; Yussof, H Humanizing Humanoids Towards Social Inclusiveness for Children with Autism Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Assistive Technology, Autism, Children with Autism, Diseases, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid, Hybrid Methodologies, Intelligent Control, Mental Disabilities, Patient Rehabilitation, Philosophical Aspects, Robotics, Robots, Secondary Data Analysis, Smart Sensors, Social Inclusiveness @conference{Hashim2017359, title = {Humanizing Humanoids Towards Social Inclusiveness for Children with Autism}, author = {R Hashim and H Yussof}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016094915&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.234&partnerID=40&md5=5b6e1e4faeb0346832c57f23e5ba4a42}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.234}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {359-364}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {Assistive technologies in the form of humanoids have gained mileage in the area of rehabilitation, in particular, for children with various mental disabilities such as autism. The extent of the use of humanoids in augmenting these children are numerous yet, the social inclusiveness in the form of religious values, spirituality and ethics have hardly been explored. In these new and ambiguous dimensions, evidences of inclusiveness through repeated observations and interviews as well as secondary data analyses formed the hybrid methodology for this research project. The findings revealed a positive influence by humanizing humanoids in the social skill augmentation, religious and spiritual enhance of the scope. In attempting such a sensitive project, proper ethical procedures have to be in place because of the focus group. The implications of the findings are important in drafting relevant policies not just in educating the children, but to improve their quality of life, enriching the family well-being and enhance societal awareness for social inclusiveness. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Assistive Technology, Autism, Children with Autism, Diseases, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid, Hybrid Methodologies, Intelligent Control, Mental Disabilities, Patient Rehabilitation, Philosophical Aspects, Robotics, Robots, Secondary Data Analysis, Smart Sensors, Social Inclusiveness}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Assistive technologies in the form of humanoids have gained mileage in the area of rehabilitation, in particular, for children with various mental disabilities such as autism. The extent of the use of humanoids in augmenting these children are numerous yet, the social inclusiveness in the form of religious values, spirituality and ethics have hardly been explored. In these new and ambiguous dimensions, evidences of inclusiveness through repeated observations and interviews as well as secondary data analyses formed the hybrid methodology for this research project. The findings revealed a positive influence by humanizing humanoids in the social skill augmentation, religious and spiritual enhance of the scope. In attempting such a sensitive project, proper ethical procedures have to be in place because of the focus group. The implications of the findings are important in drafting relevant policies not just in educating the children, but to improve their quality of life, enriching the family well-being and enhance societal awareness for social inclusiveness. © 2017 The Authors. |
Salleh, M H K; Miskam, M A; Yussof, H; Omar, A R HRI Assessment of ASKNAO Intervention Framework via Typically Developed Child Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Network Function Virtualization, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Social Interactions @conference{Salleh2017333, title = {HRI Assessment of ASKNAO Intervention Framework via Typically Developed Child}, author = {M H K Salleh and M A Miskam and H Yussof and A R Omar}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016113682&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.230&partnerID=40&md5=dca0fd7b8ec976ff9aefce53582a3aca}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.230}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {333-339}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {This paper discuss about mock experiment on a typically developed child. The mock experiment is based on the previous work of the experimental framework on ASKNAO intervention. This is conducted as a preparation for the main experiment and to fine-tune the framework so that undesirable elements from the framework can be avoided. A typically developed child is used rather than an autism child because the typically developed child is able to handle the stress that occurs and capable of expressing his emotions freely. The findings of the experiment shows that the several adjustment need to be made on the previous framework in order to achieve a better result for the main experiment on an autism child. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Network Function Virtualization, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Social Interactions}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper discuss about mock experiment on a typically developed child. The mock experiment is based on the previous work of the experimental framework on ASKNAO intervention. This is conducted as a preparation for the main experiment and to fine-tune the framework so that undesirable elements from the framework can be avoided. A typically developed child is used rather than an autism child because the typically developed child is able to handle the stress that occurs and capable of expressing his emotions freely. The findings of the experiment shows that the several adjustment need to be made on the previous framework in order to achieve a better result for the main experiment on an autism child. © 2017 The Authors. |
Hashim, R; Yussof, H; Bahrin, N L Z Religious Perceptions on Use of Humanoid for Spiritual Augmentation of Children with Autism Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Diseases, Humanoid, Intelligent Control, Islam, Religion, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Spirituality, Teaching @conference{Hashim2017353, title = {Religious Perceptions on Use of Humanoid for Spiritual Augmentation of Children with Autism}, author = {R Hashim and H Yussof and N L Z Bahrin}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016125089&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.233&partnerID=40&md5=8aa41b85cc270c8bb0dd515d054df547}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.233}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {353-358}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {In the study of theology relevant to contemporary advances in science and technology, the underpinnings with regards to the religious and spiritual outcomes have to be considered. In the case of humanoids for spiritual augmentation of children with various brain impairments, the religious implications to the children and their families require adequate support prior to the sessions. Hence, this paper provides a review of a monotheistic religion, Islam, that is, the perceptions on the use of robots for spiritual augmentation of special-needs children within the context of the Islamic faith. This is important to teachers and researchers in anticipating better outcomes and in contradicting the debate on psychedelic consequences. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Autism, Diseases, Humanoid, Intelligent Control, Islam, Religion, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Spirituality, Teaching}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } In the study of theology relevant to contemporary advances in science and technology, the underpinnings with regards to the religious and spiritual outcomes have to be considered. In the case of humanoids for spiritual augmentation of children with various brain impairments, the religious implications to the children and their families require adequate support prior to the sessions. Hence, this paper provides a review of a monotheistic religion, Islam, that is, the perceptions on the use of robots for spiritual augmentation of special-needs children within the context of the Islamic faith. This is important to teachers and researchers in anticipating better outcomes and in contradicting the debate on psychedelic consequences. © 2017 The Authors. |
Hashim, R; Yussof, H A Review of the Ambit of Politics in Social Robotics Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Acceptance, Autism, Children, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Education, Influence, Intelligent Control, Machine Design, Politics, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Robotics, Social Sciences @conference{Hashim2017316, title = {A Review of the Ambit of Politics in Social Robotics}, author = {R Hashim and H Yussof}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016116583&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.228&partnerID=40&md5=d87a64238e7afb117359db4af16a4b52}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.228}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {316-321}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {This article reviews the range of currently held positions on the politics of social robotics for skill augmentation of children with autism and other brain disabilities. Publications from peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings were analyzed. From these articles categorizations were accorded into three emerging themes on the politics of social robotics which are, influence, acceptance and adoption. The findings indicated that the social skilling of brain-impaired children are implicated but not present in the development and design process of the robots. Instead, the human social skills were assigned to the capability and general features of the robots. The need for social robots is in tandem with societal changes and the increased demographics as well as demands from the healthcare industry. The conceptualization of brain-impaired children is plagued with stereotypical views that they are both mentally and physically handicapped, helpless, require round-the-clock care and in need of robotic assistance when humans fail. Depending on the nation status, the influence, acceptance and adoption of social robotics are indeed political and the success of science for society needs has to be re-examined and perhaps redefined in order to reap the return on investment of the robot production. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 3}, keywords = {Acceptance, Autism, Children, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Education, Influence, Intelligent Control, Machine Design, Politics, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Robotics, Social Sciences}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This article reviews the range of currently held positions on the politics of social robotics for skill augmentation of children with autism and other brain disabilities. Publications from peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings were analyzed. From these articles categorizations were accorded into three emerging themes on the politics of social robotics which are, influence, acceptance and adoption. The findings indicated that the social skilling of brain-impaired children are implicated but not present in the development and design process of the robots. Instead, the human social skills were assigned to the capability and general features of the robots. The need for social robots is in tandem with societal changes and the increased demographics as well as demands from the healthcare industry. The conceptualization of brain-impaired children is plagued with stereotypical views that they are both mentally and physically handicapped, helpless, require round-the-clock care and in need of robotic assistance when humans fail. Depending on the nation status, the influence, acceptance and adoption of social robotics are indeed political and the success of science for society needs has to be re-examined and perhaps redefined in order to reap the return on investment of the robot production. © 2017 The Authors. |
2016 |
Miskam, M A; Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Ariffin, I M; Omar, A R Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781479966783, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Therapies, Behavioral Research, Children with Autism, Cognitive Interaction, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Gestures, Human Behaviours, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Robotics, Robots, Social Sciences, Surveys, Teaching, Teaching Module @conference{Miskam2016, title = {A questionnaire-based survey: Therapist's response on emotions gestures using humanoid robot for autism}, author = {M A Miskam and S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and I M Ariffin and A R Omar}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84966605834&doi=10.1109%2fMHS.2015.7438298&partnerID=40&md5=c0cbd143f24183861955c67562e36fdf}, doi = {10.1109/MHS.2015.7438298}, isbn = {9781479966783}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {2015 International Symposium on Micro-NanoMechatronics and Human Science, MHS 2015}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {This paper is, we used a humanoid robot to physically show emotional poses and conduct a simple guessing game with children. Nine different emotions using the robot's body poses have been developed using Choregraphe. Naturally, we need to approximate as closely as possible natural human behaviour to be done by robot to engaging the children to interact with normal human. Therefore, this study is continuation of our previous study on emotion gestures where we get the therapists response towards module of emotions-based teaching module for children with autism. The role of therapists is to give their main knowledge of autism therapy to bring the right creation of module program using robot. © 2015 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Therapies, Behavioral Research, Children with Autism, Cognitive Interaction, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Gestures, Human Behaviours, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Robotics, Robots, Social Sciences, Surveys, Teaching, Teaching Module}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper is, we used a humanoid robot to physically show emotional poses and conduct a simple guessing game with children. Nine different emotions using the robot's body poses have been developed using Choregraphe. Naturally, we need to approximate as closely as possible natural human behaviour to be done by robot to engaging the children to interact with normal human. Therefore, this study is continuation of our previous study on emotion gestures where we get the therapists response towards module of emotions-based teaching module for children with autism. The role of therapists is to give their main knowledge of autism therapy to bring the right creation of module program using robot. © 2015 IEEE. |
2015 |
Bakar, M A A; Ismail, Z; Fikry, A; Musa, R; Hassan, H; Ahmad, S S; Samat, N; Hashim, R Review on training policy for teachers and parents in using humanoid for children with autism Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781479957651, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Central Nervous System Stimulants, Children with Autism, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Education, Humanoid Robot, Manufacture, Parents, Personnel Training, Prevalence Rates, Robotics, Teacher, Teaching @conference{Bakar2015180, title = {Review on training policy for teachers and parents in using humanoid for children with autism}, author = {M A A Bakar and Z Ismail and A Fikry and R Musa and H Hassan and S S Ahmad and N Samat and R Hashim}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84959501336&doi=10.1109%2fROMA.2014.7295884&partnerID=40&md5=8bce6d13363f0e49a90109feee8598fb}, doi = {10.1109/ROMA.2014.7295884}, isbn = {9781479957651}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {2014 IEEE International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation, IEEE-ROMA2014}, pages = {180-184}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Autism spectrum disorder is a life-long development disorder distinguish by impairment related to central nervous system maturation with features include delay in social life development, problem in language, social skills and repetitive behavior. Autism is a global crisis due to prevalence rates higher in several countries and the need for treatment view to be important. This paper reviews on the training policy for teachers and parents in using humanoid for children with autism. In Malaysia, there is no proper and specific training policy for children with autism through implementation of humanoid. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Central Nervous System Stimulants, Children with Autism, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Education, Humanoid Robot, Manufacture, Parents, Personnel Training, Prevalence Rates, Robotics, Teacher, Teaching}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Autism spectrum disorder is a life-long development disorder distinguish by impairment related to central nervous system maturation with features include delay in social life development, problem in language, social skills and repetitive behavior. Autism is a global crisis due to prevalence rates higher in several countries and the need for treatment view to be important. This paper reviews on the training policy for teachers and parents in using humanoid for children with autism. In Malaysia, there is no proper and specific training policy for children with autism through implementation of humanoid. © 2014 IEEE. |
Saleh, N M; Hassan, H; Fikry, A; Musa, R; Ahmad, S S; Ismail, Z; Samat, N; Hashim, R Autism children: Cost and benefit analysis of using humanoid in Malaysia Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781479957651, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Therapies, Autism Treatments, Children, Cost Benefit Analysis, Costs, Curing, Diseases, Humanoid, Humanoid Robot, Manufacture, Quality of Life, Robotics, Robots @conference{Saleh2015185, title = {Autism children: Cost and benefit analysis of using humanoid in Malaysia}, author = {N M Saleh and H Hassan and A Fikry and R Musa and S S Ahmad and Z Ismail and N Samat and R Hashim}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84959570138&doi=10.1109%2fROMA.2014.7295885&partnerID=40&md5=e3a60d8df8ebd4f38287d5f212c8ab1a}, doi = {10.1109/ROMA.2014.7295885}, isbn = {9781479957651}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {2014 IEEE International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation, IEEE-ROMA2014}, pages = {185-187}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Autism is a permanent disorder that cause quality of life disturbance. As matter of research, there are no single interventions that can cure the heterogeneous syndrome. Since there is no cure for autism children, perhaps using humanoid can help the autism children in order to have appropriate therapy and treatment programs especially to the young children inflicted with it. Robots are normally used for industrial work, but hardly for therapy. Robots have been used to substitute human way back in the 19th century. They are beneficial to society regardless of the fields that they are being utilized. The health sector has been identified as one of the fields that benefit most as a result of using robotics. For decades, people fascinated with the technology's fiction of robots that look and act like a human Therefore, humanoid robots give benefits towards autism therapy for early detection. Many studies have been done in order to determine the ways to conduct autism treatment However, there is no study on cost and benefit analysis conducted using humanoid as a treatment for autism children. Therefore, this study will focus on the cost and benefit analysis of using humanoid for Malaysian autism children. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 3}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Therapies, Autism Treatments, Children, Cost Benefit Analysis, Costs, Curing, Diseases, Humanoid, Humanoid Robot, Manufacture, Quality of Life, Robotics, Robots}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Autism is a permanent disorder that cause quality of life disturbance. As matter of research, there are no single interventions that can cure the heterogeneous syndrome. Since there is no cure for autism children, perhaps using humanoid can help the autism children in order to have appropriate therapy and treatment programs especially to the young children inflicted with it. Robots are normally used for industrial work, but hardly for therapy. Robots have been used to substitute human way back in the 19th century. They are beneficial to society regardless of the fields that they are being utilized. The health sector has been identified as one of the fields that benefit most as a result of using robotics. For decades, people fascinated with the technology's fiction of robots that look and act like a human Therefore, humanoid robots give benefits towards autism therapy for early detection. Many studies have been done in order to determine the ways to conduct autism treatment However, there is no study on cost and benefit analysis conducted using humanoid as a treatment for autism children. Therefore, this study will focus on the cost and benefit analysis of using humanoid for Malaysian autism children. © 2014 IEEE. |
Isa, N R M; Yusoff, M; Khalid, N E; Tahir, N; Nikmat, Binti A W Autism severity level detection using fuzzy expert system Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781479957651, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Autism Severity Level, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Data Acquisition, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Education, Expert Systems, Fuzzy Expert Systems, Level Detections, Manufacture, Robotics, Social Communications, Surveys, System Architectures, Teaching @conference{Isa2015218, title = {Autism severity level detection using fuzzy expert system}, author = {N R M Isa and M Yusoff and N E Khalid and N Tahir and A W Binti Nikmat}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84959503922&doi=10.1109%2fROMA.2014.7295891&partnerID=40&md5=63e742d59b785d14f87d98dac7dd71ee}, doi = {10.1109/ROMA.2014.7295891}, isbn = {9781479957651}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {2014 IEEE International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation, IEEE-ROMA2014}, pages = {218-223}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Autism is a neuro developmental disorder that is recently well known among Malaysian. Many researches on autism detection have been conducted worldwide. However, there is lack of research conducted in detecting autism severity level. Therefore, this paper focuses on autism severity level detection using fuzzy expert system. Two main autistic behavioral criteria are selected which are social communication impairment and restricted repetitive behavior. Data acquisition was based on interview sessions with clinical psychologist and distribution of 36 questionnaires to teachers and parents that have autistic children. It was then analyzed and the cut off points for each severity level; level 1 (mild), level 2 (moderate), and level 3 (severe) is determined. The fuzzy expert system processes are employed to detect the severity levels. The processes involve Fuzzy system architecture, fuzzification, rules evaluation, rules evaluation and defuzzification. The finding demonstrates that the system is able to detect autism severity level with a good accuracy. This system also accommodates with suitable recommendation based on the generated result whether the suggestion is to go for speech therapy or behavior therapy. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Autism, Autism Severity Level, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Data Acquisition, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Education, Expert Systems, Fuzzy Expert Systems, Level Detections, Manufacture, Robotics, Social Communications, Surveys, System Architectures, Teaching}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Autism is a neuro developmental disorder that is recently well known among Malaysian. Many researches on autism detection have been conducted worldwide. However, there is lack of research conducted in detecting autism severity level. Therefore, this paper focuses on autism severity level detection using fuzzy expert system. Two main autistic behavioral criteria are selected which are social communication impairment and restricted repetitive behavior. Data acquisition was based on interview sessions with clinical psychologist and distribution of 36 questionnaires to teachers and parents that have autistic children. It was then analyzed and the cut off points for each severity level; level 1 (mild), level 2 (moderate), and level 3 (severe) is determined. The fuzzy expert system processes are employed to detect the severity levels. The processes involve Fuzzy system architecture, fuzzification, rules evaluation, rules evaluation and defuzzification. The finding demonstrates that the system is able to detect autism severity level with a good accuracy. This system also accommodates with suitable recommendation based on the generated result whether the suggestion is to go for speech therapy or behavior therapy. © 2014 IEEE. |
Moktar, M N; Fikry, A; Musa, R; Hassan, H; Ahmad, S S; Ismail, Z; Samat, N; Hashim, R Extending cultural model of assistive technology design for autism treatment Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781479957651, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Assistive Technology, Autism, Autism Treatments, Cell Culture, Cultural Aspects, Cultural Changes, Cultural Difference, Cultural Diversity, Design, Diseases, Manufacture, Robotics, Technological Growth @conference{Moktar2015172, title = {Extending cultural model of assistive technology design for autism treatment}, author = {M N Moktar and A Fikry and R Musa and H Hassan and S S Ahmad and Z Ismail and N Samat and R Hashim}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84959542249&doi=10.1109%2fROMA.2014.7295882&partnerID=40&md5=43f3d322ae7e765e39205c5990862b05}, doi = {10.1109/ROMA.2014.7295882}, isbn = {9781479957651}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {2014 IEEE International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation, IEEE-ROMA2014}, pages = {172-175}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {This paper depicts the prominence of cultural on the adoption of assistive technology, in terms of design, which are particularly anticipated for autism treatment. The researchers believe that cultural aspect should be considered in designing assistive technology in treating autistic individual. It is necessary to assess cultural differences critically so that assistive technology can be accepted extensively. Occasional review on cultural changes is also needed in countries with cultural diversity to ensure that the technological growth is compatible with the current recognition. This paper reviews on disability treatment using assistive technology and proposes an extension for the existing cultural model for assistive technology design. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Assistive Technology, Autism, Autism Treatments, Cell Culture, Cultural Aspects, Cultural Changes, Cultural Difference, Cultural Diversity, Design, Diseases, Manufacture, Robotics, Technological Growth}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper depicts the prominence of cultural on the adoption of assistive technology, in terms of design, which are particularly anticipated for autism treatment. The researchers believe that cultural aspect should be considered in designing assistive technology in treating autistic individual. It is necessary to assess cultural differences critically so that assistive technology can be accepted extensively. Occasional review on cultural changes is also needed in countries with cultural diversity to ensure that the technological growth is compatible with the current recognition. This paper reviews on disability treatment using assistive technology and proposes an extension for the existing cultural model for assistive technology design. © 2014 IEEE. |
Khir, N H B M; Ismail, M; Jamil, N; Razak, F H A Can spatiotemporal gait analysis identify a child with Autistic Spectrum Disorder? Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781479957651, (cited By 0). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Critical Analysis, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Gait Analysis, Gait Pattern, Literature Reviews, Manufacture, Quantitative Study, Robotics, Spatiotemporal @conference{Khir2015115, title = {Can spatiotemporal gait analysis identify a child with Autistic Spectrum Disorder?}, author = {N H B M Khir and M Ismail and N Jamil and F H A Razak}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84959505294&doi=10.1109%2fROMA.2014.7295872&partnerID=40&md5=dbaae7a86b78fa037d60f4b944ed2dc6}, doi = {10.1109/ROMA.2014.7295872}, isbn = {9781479957651}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {2014 IEEE International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation, IEEE-ROMA2014}, pages = {115-119}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {The aim of this study is to investigate the ability of spatiotemporal gait analysis to identify the Autistic Spectrum Disorder child (ASD). Even though the interest in gait analysis is becoming popular among researchers these days, yet very few quantitative studies are done on children with autism. Since motor development is not influenced by both social and linguistic development, it is believed to be a probable bio-marker of autism. The spatiotemporal gait pattern is being explored to understand the difference it may bring upon in the future. Six findings from previous researches are reviewed and analyzed to understand the crucial factor involves in this research. From the literature review and critical analysis done, spatiotemporal gait analysis may be used to identify the ASD child because the gait patterns of ASD child are discovered to be different from normal children. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 0}, keywords = {Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Critical Analysis, Diseases, Economic and Social Effects, Gait Analysis, Gait Pattern, Literature Reviews, Manufacture, Quantitative Study, Robotics, Spatiotemporal}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } The aim of this study is to investigate the ability of spatiotemporal gait analysis to identify the Autistic Spectrum Disorder child (ASD). Even though the interest in gait analysis is becoming popular among researchers these days, yet very few quantitative studies are done on children with autism. Since motor development is not influenced by both social and linguistic development, it is believed to be a probable bio-marker of autism. The spatiotemporal gait pattern is being explored to understand the difference it may bring upon in the future. Six findings from previous researches are reviewed and analyzed to understand the crucial factor involves in this research. From the literature review and critical analysis done, spatiotemporal gait analysis may be used to identify the ASD child because the gait patterns of ASD child are discovered to be different from normal children. © 2014 IEEE. |
Miskam, M A; Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Omar, A R; Muda, M Z Programming platform for NAO robot in cognitive interaction applications Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781479957651, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Choregraphe, Cognitive Interaction, Computer Program, Computer Software, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, In-Buildings, Manufacture, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Robots, Social Cognition @conference{Miskam2015141, title = {Programming platform for NAO robot in cognitive interaction applications}, author = {M A Miskam and S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and A R Omar and M Z Muda}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84959542262&doi=10.1109%2fROMA.2014.7295877&partnerID=40&md5=32eeaf0a717a0ce0a5c8bc5a7cb7de89}, doi = {10.1109/ROMA.2014.7295877}, isbn = {9781479957651}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {2014 IEEE International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation, IEEE-ROMA2014}, pages = {141-146}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {The humanoid robot NAO is a ready-made exploration platform that comes with a Choregraphe software to program and animate it Choregraphe is a powerful tool that allows programming in Python for motion control In this paper, we explore how Choregraphe can aid users in building basic cognitive interaction modules specifically for the rehabilitation of autistic children. Difficulty to interact with others and impaired social cognition are some of the core symptoms of autism. A robot in human form has the ability to help encourage children to interact and respond to dialogue cues. Comparison between Choregraphe and another programing tool in embedding cognitive interaction ability into the NAO robot is discussed. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Choregraphe, Cognitive Interaction, Computer Program, Computer Software, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, In-Buildings, Manufacture, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Robots, Social Cognition}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } The humanoid robot NAO is a ready-made exploration platform that comes with a Choregraphe software to program and animate it Choregraphe is a powerful tool that allows programming in Python for motion control In this paper, we explore how Choregraphe can aid users in building basic cognitive interaction modules specifically for the rehabilitation of autistic children. Difficulty to interact with others and impaired social cognition are some of the core symptoms of autism. A robot in human form has the ability to help encourage children to interact and respond to dialogue cues. Comparison between Choregraphe and another programing tool in embedding cognitive interaction ability into the NAO robot is discussed. © 2014 IEEE. |
Sitimin, S A; Ismail, Z; Fikry, A; Hassan, H; Ahmad, S S; Samat, N; Musa, R; Hashim, R A review on employee benefits for working parents with autistic children Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781479957651, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Communication Skills, Developed Countries, Diseases, Employee Benefits, Manufacture, Robotics, Social Interactions, Working Parents @conference{Sitimin2015176, title = {A review on employee benefits for working parents with autistic children}, author = {S A Sitimin and Z Ismail and A Fikry and H Hassan and S S Ahmad and N Samat and R Musa and R Hashim}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84959565959&doi=10.1109%2fROMA.2014.7295883&partnerID=40&md5=30b39811730957e0eb810658605e007a}, doi = {10.1109/ROMA.2014.7295883}, isbn = {9781479957651}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {2014 IEEE International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation, IEEE-ROMA2014}, pages = {176-179}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Autism is a behavioural illness categorized based on poor communication skills, lack of social interaction and weird way of playing. As a caregiver and a worker at the same time, 78 per cent of employees sometimes had to take short time off or leave early from work, come to work late, and being absence for a long period of time. Since children with autism needs more health services and attention, working parents are hoping to get better employees benefits from their employers. Mostly, in developed countries such as United States, employee benefits for working parents with autistic children is applicable but the employees benefits provided are very limited and it is based on the organization's benefit policies. This research provides a general review on previous related studies especially the one which is closely related to employee benefits for working parents with autistic children. Thus, this research can contribute to the new knowledge in creating special employee benefits in the workplace for working parents with autistic children globally. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Autism, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Communication Skills, Developed Countries, Diseases, Employee Benefits, Manufacture, Robotics, Social Interactions, Working Parents}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Autism is a behavioural illness categorized based on poor communication skills, lack of social interaction and weird way of playing. As a caregiver and a worker at the same time, 78 per cent of employees sometimes had to take short time off or leave early from work, come to work late, and being absence for a long period of time. Since children with autism needs more health services and attention, working parents are hoping to get better employees benefits from their employers. Mostly, in developed countries such as United States, employee benefits for working parents with autistic children is applicable but the employees benefits provided are very limited and it is based on the organization's benefit policies. This research provides a general review on previous related studies especially the one which is closely related to employee benefits for working parents with autistic children. Thus, this research can contribute to the new knowledge in creating special employee benefits in the workplace for working parents with autistic children globally. © 2014 IEEE. |
Rahim, M H B A; Zamin, N AUTISTHERAPIBOT: Autonomous robotic autism therapists assistant for autistic children Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781479957651, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Asperger Syndrome, Assistant Robot, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autonomous Robotics, Diseases, Learning, Manufacture, Process of Learning, Robotics, Robots, Traditional Learning @conference{Rahim2015248, title = {AUTISTHERAPIBOT: Autonomous robotic autism therapists assistant for autistic children}, author = {M H B A Rahim and N Zamin}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84959477969&doi=10.1109%2fROMA.2014.7295896&partnerID=40&md5=97aba13712e291d19218c277f557e204}, doi = {10.1109/ROMA.2014.7295896}, isbn = {9781479957651}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {2014 IEEE International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation, IEEE-ROMA2014}, pages = {248-253}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {Recent studies unravels that Autistic Spectrum Disorder which include Asperger Syndrome have many bad impacts. Among the symptoms of ASD are difficulties to focus that leads to difficulties in learning especially to those ASD children. Thus, the objective of this project is to investigate the current teaching method used by the autism therapists and solve the weaknesses via robotic means. The NXT will be used in order to aid the therapists in educating those children with ASD. Upon the completion of the prototype, it will be tested against the autistic children to check on the efficacy of the developed prototype. The project will focus on how to attract the autistic children into learning via the usage of robotic application. In a preliminary investigation, multiple robotic designs and programming approach are studied to produce a robotic application that can assist therapists and engage with the target autistic children in order to facilitate their process of learning. Interviews with the therapists and live observation at the selected special school are conducted to understand the traditional learning process that are used by the therapists and identify the weaknesses in it to improvise it. The significance of this robotic application is to fulfill the depravedness in the learning capabilities of the autistic children and also to assist the therapists in their daily routine. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Asperger Syndrome, Assistant Robot, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autonomous Robotics, Diseases, Learning, Manufacture, Process of Learning, Robotics, Robots, Traditional Learning}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Recent studies unravels that Autistic Spectrum Disorder which include Asperger Syndrome have many bad impacts. Among the symptoms of ASD are difficulties to focus that leads to difficulties in learning especially to those ASD children. Thus, the objective of this project is to investigate the current teaching method used by the autism therapists and solve the weaknesses via robotic means. The NXT will be used in order to aid the therapists in educating those children with ASD. Upon the completion of the prototype, it will be tested against the autistic children to check on the efficacy of the developed prototype. The project will focus on how to attract the autistic children into learning via the usage of robotic application. In a preliminary investigation, multiple robotic designs and programming approach are studied to produce a robotic application that can assist therapists and engage with the target autistic children in order to facilitate their process of learning. Interviews with the therapists and live observation at the selected special school are conducted to understand the traditional learning process that are used by the therapists and identify the weaknesses in it to improvise it. The significance of this robotic application is to fulfill the depravedness in the learning capabilities of the autistic children and also to assist the therapists in their daily routine. © 2014 IEEE. |
Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Mohamed, S; Hanapiah, F A; Ainudin, H A Telerehabilitation Service with a Robot for Autism Intervention Conference 76 , Elsevier B.V., 2015, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 11). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Intervention, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Diseases, Graphical User Interfaces, Humanoid Robot, Intelligent Control, Rehabilitation Robotics, Rehabilitation Services, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Telerehabilitation, User Interfaces, Web-Based @conference{Shamsuddin2015349, title = {Telerehabilitation Service with a Robot for Autism Intervention}, author = {S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and S Mohamed and F A Hanapiah and H A Ainudin}, editor = {Miskon M F Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84962815885&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2015.12.306&partnerID=40&md5=4a12a2e573a30ee0d1e87c85bee226d7}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2015.12.306}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {76}, pages = {349-354}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {Though studies on robot-mediated intervention for children with autism have gained momentum in recent years, not much work has been done to help therapists to have on-line access to robot programs. Telerehabilitation is an efficient solution to overcome barriers of access, remote locations, lack of autism therapists and cost in the delivery of rehabilitation services. In this study, a telerehabilitation system is developed to help therapists to concentrate fully on the intervention and not in robot programming. Robot scenarios are created based on consultation with clinicians and therapists and are available in the system via a website, with user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI). A survey with 15 therapists was carried out to get feedback on the system's usability. 80% of therapists agree that their overall first-time experience in using the telerehabilitation website was good.}, note = {cited By 11}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Intervention, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Diseases, Graphical User Interfaces, Humanoid Robot, Intelligent Control, Rehabilitation Robotics, Rehabilitation Services, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Telerehabilitation, User Interfaces, Web-Based}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Though studies on robot-mediated intervention for children with autism have gained momentum in recent years, not much work has been done to help therapists to have on-line access to robot programs. Telerehabilitation is an efficient solution to overcome barriers of access, remote locations, lack of autism therapists and cost in the delivery of rehabilitation services. In this study, a telerehabilitation system is developed to help therapists to concentrate fully on the intervention and not in robot programming. Robot scenarios are created based on consultation with clinicians and therapists and are available in the system via a website, with user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI). A survey with 15 therapists was carried out to get feedback on the system's usability. 80% of therapists agree that their overall first-time experience in using the telerehabilitation website was good. |
Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Hanapiah, F A; Mohamed, S; Jamil, N F F; Yunus, F W Robot-Assisted learning for communication-care in autism intervention Conference 2015-September , IEEE Computer Society, 2015, ISSN: 19457898, (cited By 5). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Communication Skills, Computer Aided Instruction, Diseases, Education, Educational Settings, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Learning, Robotics, Robots, Specific Interaction, Teaching @conference{Shamsuddin2015822, title = {Robot-Assisted learning for communication-care in autism intervention}, author = {S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and F A Hanapiah and S Mohamed and N F F Jamil and F W Yunus}, editor = {Campolo D Braun D. Yu H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84946072425&doi=10.1109%2fICORR.2015.7281304&partnerID=40&md5=3048519732d8127b2307d17a12e46463}, doi = {10.1109/ICORR.2015.7281304}, issn = {19457898}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {IEEE International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics}, volume = {2015-September}, pages = {822-827}, publisher = {IEEE Computer Society}, abstract = {Robot-based intervention for children with autism is an evolving research niche in human-robot interaction (HRI). Recent studies have covered the role of robots in clinical and experimental setting but not much on integrating them in educational setting. Our previous work had shown that interaction with a robot poses no adverse effects and that the robot's specific interaction scenarios were associated with less autistic behavior. Extending this impact on school-going children, interactions that are in-Tune with special education lessons are needed. This study aims to propose the integration of a robot into current learning environment for children with special needs, specifically autism. Six interaction scenarios had been designed based on the existing syllabus to teach communication skills, using the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) technique as the framework. Development of the robotic experience for learning also covers the required set-up involving participation from teachers. The actual research conduct involving school children, teachers and robot shall take place in the next phase. © 2015 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 5}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Communication Skills, Computer Aided Instruction, Diseases, Education, Educational Settings, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Learning, Robotics, Robots, Specific Interaction, Teaching}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Robot-based intervention for children with autism is an evolving research niche in human-robot interaction (HRI). Recent studies have covered the role of robots in clinical and experimental setting but not much on integrating them in educational setting. Our previous work had shown that interaction with a robot poses no adverse effects and that the robot's specific interaction scenarios were associated with less autistic behavior. Extending this impact on school-going children, interactions that are in-Tune with special education lessons are needed. This study aims to propose the integration of a robot into current learning environment for children with special needs, specifically autism. Six interaction scenarios had been designed based on the existing syllabus to teach communication skills, using the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) technique as the framework. Development of the robotic experience for learning also covers the required set-up involving participation from teachers. The actual research conduct involving school children, teachers and robot shall take place in the next phase. © 2015 IEEE. |
Salleh, M H K; Yussof, H; Ainuddin, H A; Muda, M Z; Shamsuddin, S; Miskam, M A; Omar, A R Experimental Framework for the Categorization of Special Education Programs of ASKNAO Conference 76 , Elsevier B.V., 2015, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 4). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Education, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Special Education @conference{Salleh2015480, title = {Experimental Framework for the Categorization of Special Education Programs of ASKNAO}, author = {M H K Salleh and H Yussof and H A Ainuddin and M Z Muda and S Shamsuddin and M A Miskam and A R Omar}, editor = {Miskon M F Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84962839161&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2015.12.321&partnerID=40&md5=b1ef50969d7f20b587f124ebebc3a9bc}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2015.12.321}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {76}, pages = {480-487}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {This paper presents the methods for categorizing a special education apps known as Autism Solution for Kids using NAO (ASKNAO) into the three subscales of autism which is Communication, Social Skills and Repetitive Behavior. The ASKNAO programs contains special education apps that is aimed for autism rehabilitation. As the apps have yet to be categorized, an experimental framework is proposed as to create a method of organizing the apps. With the usage of a 24 behavioral score sheet based on GARS-2, the reactions of the autistic children when interacting with the NAO robot during the experimental sessions can help classify the apps accordingly. There is however a few criteria needs to be met for the experimental data can be considered as reliable.}, note = {cited By 4}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Education, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Special Education}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper presents the methods for categorizing a special education apps known as Autism Solution for Kids using NAO (ASKNAO) into the three subscales of autism which is Communication, Social Skills and Repetitive Behavior. The ASKNAO programs contains special education apps that is aimed for autism rehabilitation. As the apps have yet to be categorized, an experimental framework is proposed as to create a method of organizing the apps. With the usage of a 24 behavioral score sheet based on GARS-2, the reactions of the autistic children when interacting with the NAO robot during the experimental sessions can help classify the apps accordingly. There is however a few criteria needs to be met for the experimental data can be considered as reliable. |
Jamil, N; Khir, N H M; Ismail, M; Razak, F H A Gait-Based Emotion Detection of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Preliminary Investigation Conference 76 , Elsevier B.V., 2015, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 4). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Data Acquisition, Diseases, Emotion, Emotion Detection, Emotion Recognition, Emotional State, Facial Expression, Gait Analysis, Intelligent Control, Nonverbal Communication, Pattern Recognition, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Social Communications, Speech Recognition @conference{Jamil2015342, title = {Gait-Based Emotion Detection of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Preliminary Investigation}, author = {N Jamil and N H M Khir and M Ismail and F H A Razak}, editor = {Miskon M F Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84962833568&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2015.12.305&partnerID=40&md5=6893678f1ed83b87147ff9183b94428b}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2015.12.305}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {76}, pages = {342-348}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {With the disturbing increase of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Malaysia, a lot of efforts and studies are put forward towards understanding and managing matters related to ASD. One way is to find means of easing the social communications among these children and their caretakers, particularly during intervention. If the caretaker is able to comprehend the children emotional state of mind prior to therapy, some sort of trust and attachment will be developed. However, regulating emotions is a challenge to these children. Nonverbal communication such as facial expression is difficult for ASD children. Therefore, we proposed the use of walking patterns (i.e. gait) to detect the type of emotions of ASD children. Even though using gait for emotion recognition is common among normal individuals, none can be found done on children with ASD. Thus, the aim of this paper is to conduct a preliminary review on the possibilities of carrying out gait-based emotion detection among ASD children with regards to the emotional types, gait parameters and methods of gait data acquisition. © 2015 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 4}, keywords = {Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Data Acquisition, Diseases, Emotion, Emotion Detection, Emotion Recognition, Emotional State, Facial Expression, Gait Analysis, Intelligent Control, Nonverbal Communication, Pattern Recognition, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Social Communications, Speech Recognition}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } With the disturbing increase of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Malaysia, a lot of efforts and studies are put forward towards understanding and managing matters related to ASD. One way is to find means of easing the social communications among these children and their caretakers, particularly during intervention. If the caretaker is able to comprehend the children emotional state of mind prior to therapy, some sort of trust and attachment will be developed. However, regulating emotions is a challenge to these children. Nonverbal communication such as facial expression is difficult for ASD children. Therefore, we proposed the use of walking patterns (i.e. gait) to detect the type of emotions of ASD children. Even though using gait for emotion recognition is common among normal individuals, none can be found done on children with ASD. Thus, the aim of this paper is to conduct a preliminary review on the possibilities of carrying out gait-based emotion detection among ASD children with regards to the emotional types, gait parameters and methods of gait data acquisition. © 2015 The Authors. |
Aziz, A A; Moganan, F F M; Ismail, A; Lokman, A M Autistic Children's Kansei Responses Towards Humanoid-Robot as Teaching Mediator Conference 76 , Elsevier B.V., 2015, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 6). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Extractions, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Interaction Modules, Kansei Engineering, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Communications @conference{Aziz2015488, title = {Autistic Children's Kansei Responses Towards Humanoid-Robot as Teaching Mediator}, author = {A A Aziz and F F M Moganan and A Ismail and A M Lokman}, editor = {Miskon M F Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84962865419&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2015.12.322&partnerID=40&md5=2406a6eb6d803f72684751a8aab37868}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2015.12.322}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {76}, pages = {488-493}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {Autism is often being associated with the deficits in social communication, interaction as well as imagination. Autistic patients may experience the impairment in social interaction usually being related to their inability to interpret others' emotion and even to express their own feelings. As a result, children with autism are often been labeled as lacking the ability to express their emotion. The main objective of this paper is to present a pilot study in studying the autistic children's' emotions and feelings upon being triggered by the humanoid-robot, NAO. Kansei Engineering, which is a powerful emotion extraction mechanism is adopted in the study to assess the children's' emotion. The experiment involved two autistic children and one normal child who were given four interaction modules in separate intervention session. The experiment conducted is to observe how robot triggers the emotion of these children. The result shows that different types of modules which would trigger different emotional reactions. This result provides a basis for further investigation of the assessment of autistic children's feeling and emotion. The result will ultimately contribute to finding best possible therapy for autistic children towards the used of humanoid-robot.}, note = {cited By 6}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Extractions, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Interaction Modules, Kansei Engineering, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Communications}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Autism is often being associated with the deficits in social communication, interaction as well as imagination. Autistic patients may experience the impairment in social interaction usually being related to their inability to interpret others' emotion and even to express their own feelings. As a result, children with autism are often been labeled as lacking the ability to express their emotion. The main objective of this paper is to present a pilot study in studying the autistic children's' emotions and feelings upon being triggered by the humanoid-robot, NAO. Kansei Engineering, which is a powerful emotion extraction mechanism is adopted in the study to assess the children's' emotion. The experiment involved two autistic children and one normal child who were given four interaction modules in separate intervention session. The experiment conducted is to observe how robot triggers the emotion of these children. The result shows that different types of modules which would trigger different emotional reactions. This result provides a basis for further investigation of the assessment of autistic children's feeling and emotion. The result will ultimately contribute to finding best possible therapy for autistic children towards the used of humanoid-robot. |
Hashim, R; Mahamood, S F; Yussof, H; Aziz, A F Using Assistive Technology for Spiritual Enhancement of Brain-Impaired Children Conference 76 , Elsevier B.V., 2015, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Assistive Technology, Education, Intelligent Control, Islam, Pedagogy, Qualitative Approach, Repetitive Motions, Robotics, Semi Structured Interviews, Smart Sensors, Special Education, Spirituality, Teaching @conference{Hashim2015355, title = {Using Assistive Technology for Spiritual Enhancement of Brain-Impaired Children}, author = {R Hashim and S F Mahamood and H Yussof and A F Aziz}, editor = {Miskon M F Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84962844527&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2015.12.308&partnerID=40&md5=b3b24fba9a4aa4b03baa93853ad99bfd}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2015.12.308}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {76}, pages = {355-359}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the feasibility of using assistive technology for spiritual enhancement of brain-impaired children. The assistive technology in this case is the humanoid robot. A qualitative approach was employed where the sample size was twenty teachers based at a special education primary school in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. Data were collected through interviews using a semi-structured interview guideline. From the analyses of the interview transcripts, the findings suggested that the teachers are optimistic on the use of humanoids to enhance the children's spiritual or religious knowledge, in particular, the repetitive motions in praying and memorizing the verses from the Quran. It is important to note that the teachers and school children are all of the Islamic faith. Although the study suggests a positive influence of humanoids for spiritual enhancement, more research is needed in this area to provide empirical evidence on assistive technology for brain-impaired children, especially those suffering from autism.}, note = {cited By 3}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Assistive Technology, Education, Intelligent Control, Islam, Pedagogy, Qualitative Approach, Repetitive Motions, Robotics, Semi Structured Interviews, Smart Sensors, Special Education, Spirituality, Teaching}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the feasibility of using assistive technology for spiritual enhancement of brain-impaired children. The assistive technology in this case is the humanoid robot. A qualitative approach was employed where the sample size was twenty teachers based at a special education primary school in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. Data were collected through interviews using a semi-structured interview guideline. From the analyses of the interview transcripts, the findings suggested that the teachers are optimistic on the use of humanoids to enhance the children's spiritual or religious knowledge, in particular, the repetitive motions in praying and memorizing the verses from the Quran. It is important to note that the teachers and school children are all of the Islamic faith. Although the study suggests a positive influence of humanoids for spiritual enhancement, more research is needed in this area to provide empirical evidence on assistive technology for brain-impaired children, especially those suffering from autism. |
Fikriah, N S; Saripan, H; Ismail, Z The Medical Device Regulation for Humanoid Robotics: Does One Size Fits All? Conference 76 , Elsevier B.V., 2015, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Biomedical Equipment, Cutting Edge Technology, Engineering Community, Health Care, Healthcare Environments, Healthcare Institutions, Intelligent Control, Intervention Programs, Laws and Legislation, Medical Devices, Medical Robotics, Regulatory Frameworks, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors @conference{Fikriah2015381, title = {The Medical Device Regulation for Humanoid Robotics: Does One Size Fits All?}, author = {N S Fikriah and H Saripan and Z Ismail}, editor = {Miskon M F Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84962815714&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2015.12.313&partnerID=40&md5=bbabf3593578fd1256d72faee7793676}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2015.12.313}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {76}, pages = {381-387}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {Medical robots are dominating the healthcare institutions globally and demonstrate the increase of risk of sustaining injuries to human users due to the complexity of the robotic technology involved. The urgency of having a reliable, safe and effective robotic system has spurred the adoption of many methods within the engineering community. Even though these methods are quite well perceived by them, the role of regulatory system is as much required to ensure and maintain high standard of quality, safety and effectiveness of medical robotic. Malaysia on the same hand is under a progressive development of a rehabilitative NAO humanoid robot used as an intervention program for autism. Before a full-fledged robot based intervention program is being placed in our healthcare environment, a thorough research of the existing regulatory framework ought to be carried out. Hence this paper aims to outline the present medical device regulation and investigate its sufficiency in governing this cutting edge technology at the pre-market stage by benchmarking the United States medical device regulation.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Biomedical Equipment, Cutting Edge Technology, Engineering Community, Health Care, Healthcare Environments, Healthcare Institutions, Intelligent Control, Intervention Programs, Laws and Legislation, Medical Devices, Medical Robotics, Regulatory Frameworks, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Medical robots are dominating the healthcare institutions globally and demonstrate the increase of risk of sustaining injuries to human users due to the complexity of the robotic technology involved. The urgency of having a reliable, safe and effective robotic system has spurred the adoption of many methods within the engineering community. Even though these methods are quite well perceived by them, the role of regulatory system is as much required to ensure and maintain high standard of quality, safety and effectiveness of medical robotic. Malaysia on the same hand is under a progressive development of a rehabilitative NAO humanoid robot used as an intervention program for autism. Before a full-fledged robot based intervention program is being placed in our healthcare environment, a thorough research of the existing regulatory framework ought to be carried out. Hence this paper aims to outline the present medical device regulation and investigate its sufficiency in governing this cutting edge technology at the pre-market stage by benchmarking the United States medical device regulation. |
Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Hanapiah, F A; Mohamed, S A content validated tool to observe autism behavior in child-robot interaction Conference 2015-November , Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781467367042, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autistic Children, Child-Robot Interactions, Children with Autism, Cronbach's Alphas, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Internal Consistency, Mental Disorders, Robotics, Robots, Validation Study @conference{Shamsuddin201543, title = {A content validated tool to observe autism behavior in child-robot interaction}, author = {S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and F A Hanapiah and S Mohamed}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84954049574&doi=10.1109%2fROMAN.2015.7333578&partnerID=40&md5=2a25d12804ba227de6f26eca7b46f770}, doi = {10.1109/ROMAN.2015.7333578}, isbn = {9781467367042}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Proceedings - IEEE International Workshop on Robot and Human Interactive Communication}, volume = {2015-November}, pages = {43-47}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {This research presents the validation study of a qualitative tool to analyze the response in robot-based intervention. The 24 behavioral items in the tool were determined through routine observations carried out by clinicians and the definitions of autism adopted by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders: Fourth Edition-Text Revision (DSM-IV-TR). 34 experts determined content validity and tool reliability by viewpoints through the Likert scale. The tool was found to have good content validity with more than 67% of experts scored at least 3 on the 5-point Likert scale. Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.872 reflected the tool's content reliability and internal consistency. The tool was used to analyze the behavior response of children with autism when exposed to a humanoid robot. It functioned as a score-sheet to compare the behavior of autistic children with and without the presence of a robot. These findings put forward a tool with contents considered valid to evaluate behavior outcome of studies involving children with autism and robots. © 2015 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autistic Children, Child-Robot Interactions, Children with Autism, Cronbach's Alphas, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Internal Consistency, Mental Disorders, Robotics, Robots, Validation Study}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This research presents the validation study of a qualitative tool to analyze the response in robot-based intervention. The 24 behavioral items in the tool were determined through routine observations carried out by clinicians and the definitions of autism adopted by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders: Fourth Edition-Text Revision (DSM-IV-TR). 34 experts determined content validity and tool reliability by viewpoints through the Likert scale. The tool was found to have good content validity with more than 67% of experts scored at least 3 on the 5-point Likert scale. Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.872 reflected the tool's content reliability and internal consistency. The tool was used to analyze the behavior response of children with autism when exposed to a humanoid robot. It functioned as a score-sheet to compare the behavior of autistic children with and without the presence of a robot. These findings put forward a tool with contents considered valid to evaluate behavior outcome of studies involving children with autism and robots. © 2015 IEEE. |
Aziz, A A; Moghanan, F F M; Mokhsin, M; Ismail, A; Lokman, A M Humanoid-robot intervention for children with autism: A conceptual model on FBM Journal Article Communications in Computer and Information Science, 545 , pp. 231-241, 2015, ISSN: 18650929, (cited By 3). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Behavioral Research, Diseases, Education, Ethical Module, Humanoid Robot, Kansei, Machinery, Motivation, Robotics, Robots, Soft Computing, Spiritual Module, Teaching @article{Aziz2015231, title = {Humanoid-robot intervention for children with autism: A conceptual model on FBM}, author = {A A Aziz and F F M Moghanan and M Mokhsin and A Ismail and A M Lokman}, editor = {Wah Y B Berry M.W. Mohamed A.H.J.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84946024415&doi=10.1007%2f978-981-287-936-3_22&partnerID=40&md5=5a7b46c83aa2e5292e10e0cbb670c18f}, doi = {10.1007/978-981-287-936-3_22}, issn = {18650929}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Communications in Computer and Information Science}, volume = {545}, pages = {231-241}, publisher = {Springer Verlag}, abstract = {Autism is a lifelong disability that affects children development in terms of social interaction, communication, and imagination. Children with autism often are not able to communicate in a meaningful way with their surroundings and could not relate to the real world. Encompassing humanoid-robot during the therapy session is said as being one of the most beneficial therapies towards these children since autistic children are reported to be keener in engaging in machinery and gadgets. Due to the limited studies in the perspective of the children’s emotions and feelings, this study adopts Kansei assessment to investigate the emotions and feelings of the autistic children while engaging with the robot. Kansei assessment was done by the teacher which interpreted the emotional responses given by the autistic children. Two autistic children were involved in the study where both of the subjects are having mild autism. The data were then analyzed and translated to Fogg’s Behavioral Model to represent the children’s learning motivation. The developed Modified Fogg’s Behavioral Model successfully shows the inter-relation between the three components of ability, trigger and motivation for the autistic children while they interact with the humanoid-robot. The final model provides some evidence that despite having limited ability, given the right intervention, the children with autism will exhibit the same level of motivation with normal children. © Springer Science+Business Media Singapore 2015.}, note = {cited By 3}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Behavioral Research, Diseases, Education, Ethical Module, Humanoid Robot, Kansei, Machinery, Motivation, Robotics, Robots, Soft Computing, Spiritual Module, Teaching}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Autism is a lifelong disability that affects children development in terms of social interaction, communication, and imagination. Children with autism often are not able to communicate in a meaningful way with their surroundings and could not relate to the real world. Encompassing humanoid-robot during the therapy session is said as being one of the most beneficial therapies towards these children since autistic children are reported to be keener in engaging in machinery and gadgets. Due to the limited studies in the perspective of the children’s emotions and feelings, this study adopts Kansei assessment to investigate the emotions and feelings of the autistic children while engaging with the robot. Kansei assessment was done by the teacher which interpreted the emotional responses given by the autistic children. Two autistic children were involved in the study where both of the subjects are having mild autism. The data were then analyzed and translated to Fogg’s Behavioral Model to represent the children’s learning motivation. The developed Modified Fogg’s Behavioral Model successfully shows the inter-relation between the three components of ability, trigger and motivation for the autistic children while they interact with the humanoid-robot. The final model provides some evidence that despite having limited ability, given the right intervention, the children with autism will exhibit the same level of motivation with normal children. © Springer Science+Business Media Singapore 2015. |
2014 |
Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Hanapiah, F A; Mohamed, S Response of children with autism to robotic intervention and association with IQ levels Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2014, ISBN: 9781479975402, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Behaviour Evaluations, Children with Autism, Classroom Settings, Diseases, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Intelligent Robots, IQ Level, Qualitative Observations, Robotics, Robots @conference{Shamsuddin2014387, title = {Response of children with autism to robotic intervention and association with IQ levels}, author = {S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and F A Hanapiah and S Mohamed}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84920873999&doi=10.1109%2fDEVLRN.2014.6983012&partnerID=40&md5=1ae5aa42a315453fa73d5b927c2ff026}, doi = {10.1109/DEVLRN.2014.6983012}, isbn = {9781479975402}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {IEEE ICDL-EPIROB 2014 - 4th Joint IEEE International Conference on Development and Learning and on Epigenetic Robotics}, pages = {387-393}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {This paper presents a qualitative observation on the initial response of children with autism when exposed to a humanoid robot. To elicit response, the robot autonomously executed 5 segments of interaction designed according to the triad impairments of autism. The aim was to observe the children's autistic behavior with a robot compared to their natural characteristics as observed in classroom setting. We also seek the association between responses to the robot with the children's intelligence level. Results with 12 children were analyzed to acquire relationship between initial responses and the children's IQ scores. Analysis indicates that the presence of the robot had significantly reduced the scores of autistic traits in the subscale of stereotyped behavior and communication. Behavior evaluation shows that children with IQ scores ranging from 80 to 109 were more receptive to robot-based intervention. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Behaviour Evaluations, Children with Autism, Classroom Settings, Diseases, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Intelligent Robots, IQ Level, Qualitative Observations, Robotics, Robots}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper presents a qualitative observation on the initial response of children with autism when exposed to a humanoid robot. To elicit response, the robot autonomously executed 5 segments of interaction designed according to the triad impairments of autism. The aim was to observe the children's autistic behavior with a robot compared to their natural characteristics as observed in classroom setting. We also seek the association between responses to the robot with the children's intelligence level. Results with 12 children were analyzed to acquire relationship between initial responses and the children's IQ scores. Analysis indicates that the presence of the robot had significantly reduced the scores of autistic traits in the subscale of stereotyped behavior and communication. Behavior evaluation shows that children with IQ scores ranging from 80 to 109 were more receptive to robot-based intervention. © 2014 IEEE. |
Shamsuddin, S; Malik, N A; Yussof, H; Mohamed, S; Hanapiah, F A; Yunus, F W Telerehabilitation in robotic assistive therapy for children with developmental disabilities Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2014, ISBN: 9781479920280, (cited By 6). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Children with Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Initial Development, Medical Computing, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Telecommunication, Telecommunication Technologies, Telehealth, Telerehabilitation @conference{Shamsuddin2014370, title = {Telerehabilitation in robotic assistive therapy for children with developmental disabilities}, author = {S Shamsuddin and N A Malik and H Yussof and S Mohamed and F A Hanapiah and F W Yunus}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84911960252&partnerID=40&md5=bcbf0061bc768b3c535259bd8b924579}, isbn = {9781479920280}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {IEEE TENSYMP 2014 - 2014 IEEE Region 10 Symposium}, pages = {370-375}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {This paper embarks on the initial development of a telerehabilitation system in assistive therapy for children with disabilities. The goal is specifically for children with autism and cerebral palsy at various locations to gain access to robotic intervention. Ten learning modules targeting at specific therapy outcomes have been developed for this system. Here, this research proposes to link various stakeholders including engineers, parents, clinicians and therapists in a network that promotes robotic and telecommunication technology as a rehabilitation platform for children with disabilities. Field trials involving real users will be executed in the next phase of study. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 6}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Children with Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Initial Development, Medical Computing, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Telecommunication, Telecommunication Technologies, Telehealth, Telerehabilitation}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper embarks on the initial development of a telerehabilitation system in assistive therapy for children with disabilities. The goal is specifically for children with autism and cerebral palsy at various locations to gain access to robotic intervention. Ten learning modules targeting at specific therapy outcomes have been developed for this system. Here, this research proposes to link various stakeholders including engineers, parents, clinicians and therapists in a network that promotes robotic and telecommunication technology as a rehabilitation platform for children with disabilities. Field trials involving real users will be executed in the next phase of study. © 2014 IEEE. |
Samat, M R A; Shamsuddin, S; Miskam, M A; Yussof, H Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2014, ISBN: 9781479966790, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Algorithms, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Essential Elements, Face Recognition, Face Recognition Algorithms, Robotics, Social Communications, Training Modules @conference{Samat2014, title = {Development of face recognition algorithm for enhancement of social communication of robotic assistive autism therapy}, author = {M R A Samat and S Shamsuddin and M A Miskam and H Yussof}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84922181743&doi=10.1109%2fMHS.2014.7006062&partnerID=40&md5=a995285772a99b9a81c11f49e0a94341}, doi = {10.1109/MHS.2014.7006062}, isbn = {9781479966790}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {2014 International Symposium on Micro-NanoMechatronics and Human Science, MHS 2014}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {In this paper, we propose a face recognition method for tracking, detecting and recognizing the faces of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for robotic assistive therapy application. ASD is a brain developmental disorder that manifests itself through a person's behavior and social-communication skill [1]. Face recognition stage is an essential element in robotic assistive therapy since it is the first interaction step that occurs between autistic children and robot. The algorithm aims to encourage autistic children to interact and to capture their attention using a robot that recognizes their faces. This is to establish a beneficial training environment for autistic children before engaging further in the training module. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Algorithms, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Essential Elements, Face Recognition, Face Recognition Algorithms, Robotics, Social Communications, Training Modules}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } In this paper, we propose a face recognition method for tracking, detecting and recognizing the faces of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for robotic assistive therapy application. ASD is a brain developmental disorder that manifests itself through a person's behavior and social-communication skill [1]. Face recognition stage is an essential element in robotic assistive therapy since it is the first interaction step that occurs between autistic children and robot. The algorithm aims to encourage autistic children to interact and to capture their attention using a robot that recognizes their faces. This is to establish a beneficial training environment for autistic children before engaging further in the training module. © 2014 IEEE. |
2013 |
Hashim, H; Yussof, H; Hanapiah, F A; Shamsuddin, S; Ismail, L; Malik, N A Robot-assisted to elicit behaviors for autism screening Journal Article Applied Mechanics and Materials, 393 , pp. 567-572, 2013, ISSN: 16609336, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diseases, Early Intervention, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Individual Behaviour, Intervention, Mechanical Engineering, Program Diagnostics, Quantitative Measurement, Robotics, Screening Process @article{Hashim2013567, title = {Robot-assisted to elicit behaviors for autism screening}, author = {H Hashim and H Yussof and F A Hanapiah and S Shamsuddin and L Ismail and N A Malik}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84886257860&doi=10.4028%2fwww.scientific.net%2fAMM.393.567&partnerID=40&md5=9ef0b91be1f79ae1771901b04e271636}, doi = {10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.393.567}, issn = {16609336}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Applied Mechanics and Materials}, volume = {393}, pages = {567-572}, abstract = {Early screening and diagnosis of Autism spectrums is essential to determine the best means of early intervention program. Since there is no sign in biological for autism, screening and assessment must focus on the behavioral deficits. Somehow screening is not a diagnosis, but a filter that picks out children for subsequent assessment. The aim of this paper is to propose and to ignite discussion concerning robotic assisted in autism screening process to enable early diagnosis and intervention. This process combines (a) selection of an autism screening tool (b) refinement of screening subscales and (c) integration of subscales with robot action. We use Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-2 (GARS-2) inversely integrated with humanoid robot Nao to produce a counter action to elicit individual behaviours for screening and diagnosis purposes. In extracting of GARS-2, we had considered the limitation and sensitivity when a robot tries to assist in the process of screening and diagnosis. Integrating robotics into innovative treatments however highlighted the need for additional rigorous empirical studies with quantitative measurement. © (2013) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diseases, Early Intervention, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Individual Behaviour, Intervention, Mechanical Engineering, Program Diagnostics, Quantitative Measurement, Robotics, Screening Process}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Early screening and diagnosis of Autism spectrums is essential to determine the best means of early intervention program. Since there is no sign in biological for autism, screening and assessment must focus on the behavioral deficits. Somehow screening is not a diagnosis, but a filter that picks out children for subsequent assessment. The aim of this paper is to propose and to ignite discussion concerning robotic assisted in autism screening process to enable early diagnosis and intervention. This process combines (a) selection of an autism screening tool (b) refinement of screening subscales and (c) integration of subscales with robot action. We use Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-2 (GARS-2) inversely integrated with humanoid robot Nao to produce a counter action to elicit individual behaviours for screening and diagnosis purposes. In extracting of GARS-2, we had considered the limitation and sensitivity when a robot tries to assist in the process of screening and diagnosis. Integrating robotics into innovative treatments however highlighted the need for additional rigorous empirical studies with quantitative measurement. © (2013) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland. |
Shamsuddin, S; Malik, Abdul N; Hashim, H; Yussof, H; Hanapiah, F A; Mohamed, S Robots as Adjunct Therapy: Reflections and Suggestions in Rehabilitation for People with Cognitive Impairments Journal Article Communications in Computer and Information Science, 376 CCIS , pp. 390-404, 2013, ISSN: 18650929, (cited By 6). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Impairment, Elderly People, Human Shapes, Humanoid Robot, Intervention Methods, Neurodegenerative Diseases, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics @article{Shamsuddin2013390, title = {Robots as Adjunct Therapy: Reflections and Suggestions in Rehabilitation for People with Cognitive Impairments}, author = {S Shamsuddin and N Abdul Malik and H Hashim and H Yussof and F A Hanapiah and S Mohamed}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84904661284&doi=10.1007%2f978-3-642-40409-2_33&partnerID=40&md5=61ae12ad69fc48fae3b219be3c1bf1a2}, doi = {10.1007/978-3-642-40409-2_33}, issn = {18650929}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Communications in Computer and Information Science}, volume = {376 CCIS}, pages = {390-404}, publisher = {Springer Verlag}, abstract = {The expanding function of robots in rehabilitation has allowed for new intervention methods that are accurate, motivating and repetitive. By analyzing current state-of-the-art evidences, this paper proposes considerable necessities for robots to take part in the rehabilitation environments. Suggestions focus specifically on intervention for people affected by autism, Cerebral Palsy (CP) and dementia. Overall, a robot in human shape present advantages over other types of robots in autism and CP therapy context as it is physically suitable in imitation-based therapy. However, for elderly people affected with dementia, so far only robots in animal shape have been utilized in therapy and succeed to improve their mental functions. © Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2013.}, note = {cited By 6}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Impairment, Elderly People, Human Shapes, Humanoid Robot, Intervention Methods, Neurodegenerative Diseases, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The expanding function of robots in rehabilitation has allowed for new intervention methods that are accurate, motivating and repetitive. By analyzing current state-of-the-art evidences, this paper proposes considerable necessities for robots to take part in the rehabilitation environments. Suggestions focus specifically on intervention for people affected by autism, Cerebral Palsy (CP) and dementia. Overall, a robot in human shape present advantages over other types of robots in autism and CP therapy context as it is physically suitable in imitation-based therapy. However, for elderly people affected with dementia, so far only robots in animal shape have been utilized in therapy and succeed to improve their mental functions. © Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2013. |
Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Hanapiah, F A; Mohamed, S A Qualitative method to analyze response in robotic intervention for children with autism Conference 2013, ISBN: 9781479905072, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Autism Intervention, Autistic Children, Behavioral Assessment, Children with Autism, Communication, Diseases, Qualitative Analysis, Qualitative Method, Qualitative Observations, Robotics, Robots, Screening Instruments @conference{Shamsuddin2013324, title = {A Qualitative method to analyze response in robotic intervention for children with autism}, author = {S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and F A Hanapiah and S Mohamed}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84889566919&doi=10.1109%2fROMAN.2013.6628477&partnerID=40&md5=81cd5bf09c75f3d9e6ed4a23ce2362e5}, doi = {10.1109/ROMAN.2013.6628477}, isbn = {9781479905072}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Proceedings - IEEE International Workshop on Robot and Human Interactive Communication}, pages = {324-325}, abstract = {This paper presents a method to carry out qualitative analysis when evaluating the interaction between child and robot in autism intervention. The technique consists of 24-items of behavioral assessment which was referenced to the Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-Second Edition (GARS-2). GARS-2 is a screening instrument used to identify and diagnose autism. Preliminary results from a pilot study show that this method had allowed qualitative observation to be carried out to compare the behavior of autistic children with and without the presence of a robot. The feasibility of this technique will be further justified through future wide-spread studies involving a larger number of children spanning across the whole spectrum of autism. © 2013 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Autism Intervention, Autistic Children, Behavioral Assessment, Children with Autism, Communication, Diseases, Qualitative Analysis, Qualitative Method, Qualitative Observations, Robotics, Robots, Screening Instruments}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper presents a method to carry out qualitative analysis when evaluating the interaction between child and robot in autism intervention. The technique consists of 24-items of behavioral assessment which was referenced to the Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-Second Edition (GARS-2). GARS-2 is a screening instrument used to identify and diagnose autism. Preliminary results from a pilot study show that this method had allowed qualitative observation to be carried out to compare the behavior of autistic children with and without the presence of a robot. The feasibility of this technique will be further justified through future wide-spread studies involving a larger number of children spanning across the whole spectrum of autism. © 2013 IEEE. |
2012 |
Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Ismail, L; Hanapiah, F A; Mohamed, S; Piah, H A; Zahari, N I Initial response of autistic children in human-robot interaction therapy with humanoid robot NAO Conference 2012, ISBN: 9781467309615, (cited By 103). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Human Computer Interaction, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Man Machine Systems, Pilot Experiment, Rehabilitation Robotics, Research, Robotics, Signal Processing, Visual Systems @conference{Shamsuddin2012188, title = {Initial response of autistic children in human-robot interaction therapy with humanoid robot NAO}, author = {S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and L Ismail and F A Hanapiah and S Mohamed and H A Piah and N I Zahari}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84861537641&doi=10.1109%2fCSPA.2012.6194716&partnerID=40&md5=32572eb3ebc7d201c02a90908128ae28}, doi = {10.1109/CSPA.2012.6194716}, isbn = {9781467309615}, year = {2012}, date = {2012-01-01}, journal = {Proceedings - 2012 IEEE 8th International Colloquium on Signal Processing and Its Applications, CSPA 2012}, pages = {188-193}, abstract = {The overall context proposed in this paper is part of our long-standing goal to contribute to a group of community that suffers from Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); a lifelong developmental disability. The objective of this paper is to present the development of our pilot experiment protocol where children with ASD will be exposed to the humanoid robot NAO. This fully programmable humanoid offers an ideal research platform for human-robot interaction (HRI). This study serves as the platform for fundamental investigation to observe the initial response and behavior of the children in the said environment. The system utilizes external cameras, besides the robot's own visual system. Anticipated results are the real initial response and reaction of ASD children during the HRI with the humanoid robot. This shall leads to adaptation of new procedures in ASD therapy based on HRI, especially for a non-technical-expert person to be involved in the robotics intervention during the therapy session. © 2012 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 103}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Human Computer Interaction, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Man Machine Systems, Pilot Experiment, Rehabilitation Robotics, Research, Robotics, Signal Processing, Visual Systems}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } The overall context proposed in this paper is part of our long-standing goal to contribute to a group of community that suffers from Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); a lifelong developmental disability. The objective of this paper is to present the development of our pilot experiment protocol where children with ASD will be exposed to the humanoid robot NAO. This fully programmable humanoid offers an ideal research platform for human-robot interaction (HRI). This study serves as the platform for fundamental investigation to observe the initial response and behavior of the children in the said environment. The system utilizes external cameras, besides the robot's own visual system. Anticipated results are the real initial response and reaction of ASD children during the HRI with the humanoid robot. This shall leads to adaptation of new procedures in ASD therapy based on HRI, especially for a non-technical-expert person to be involved in the robotics intervention during the therapy session. © 2012 IEEE. |
2011 |
Ismail, L; Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Hashim, H; Bahari, S; Jaafar, A; Zahari, I Face detection technique of Humanoid Robot NAO for application in robotic assistive therapy Conference 2011, ISBN: 9781457716423, (cited By 14). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Assistive, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Cameras, Children with Autism, Communication, Concentration Levels, Control Systems, Cutting Edges, Detection Tools, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Face Detection, Face Recognition, Graphical User Interfaces, Humanoid Robot, Robotics, Social Interactions @conference{Ismail2011517, title = {Face detection technique of Humanoid Robot NAO for application in robotic assistive therapy}, author = {L Ismail and S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and H Hashim and S Bahari and A Jaafar and I Zahari}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84862067305&doi=10.1109%2fICCSCE.2011.6190580&partnerID=40&md5=954caf63c5c5f7f05062436598a32a91}, doi = {10.1109/ICCSCE.2011.6190580}, isbn = {9781457716423}, year = {2011}, date = {2011-01-01}, journal = {Proceedings - 2011 IEEE International Conference on Control System, Computing and Engineering, ICCSCE 2011}, pages = {517-521}, abstract = {This paper proposed a face detection method for tracking the faces of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a robotic assistive therapy. The face detection is a novel approach in robotic assistive therapy involving autistic children since it is believe that those children will positively react with high-end devices, gadget and cutting edge devices. The intention of tracking the autistic children's faces is to measure the concentration level of the children in social interaction and communication since everyone knows that those children are suffering from communication disabilities and deficits due to brain developmental disorder. Humanoid Robot Nao with 573.2mm height equipped with 2 internal cameras is utilized for this research. The face detection tools in choregraphe and telepathe based on Graphical User Interface (GUI) module is used in this study. The non-verbal interaction between humanoid robot and autistic children is recorded by using 2 internal cameras from the robot's head. The interaction is going to take about 30 minutes and supervised by occupational therapist and certified psychologist. The autistic children will be introduced to the Humanoid Robot Nao and their reaction will be recorded simultaneously while the robot is trying to track their faces. © 2011 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 14}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Assistive, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Cameras, Children with Autism, Communication, Concentration Levels, Control Systems, Cutting Edges, Detection Tools, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Face Detection, Face Recognition, Graphical User Interfaces, Humanoid Robot, Robotics, Social Interactions}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper proposed a face detection method for tracking the faces of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a robotic assistive therapy. The face detection is a novel approach in robotic assistive therapy involving autistic children since it is believe that those children will positively react with high-end devices, gadget and cutting edge devices. The intention of tracking the autistic children's faces is to measure the concentration level of the children in social interaction and communication since everyone knows that those children are suffering from communication disabilities and deficits due to brain developmental disorder. Humanoid Robot Nao with 573.2mm height equipped with 2 internal cameras is utilized for this research. The face detection tools in choregraphe and telepathe based on Graphical User Interface (GUI) module is used in this study. The non-verbal interaction between humanoid robot and autistic children is recorded by using 2 internal cameras from the robot's head. The interaction is going to take about 30 minutes and supervised by occupational therapist and certified psychologist. The autistic children will be introduced to the Humanoid Robot Nao and their reaction will be recorded simultaneously while the robot is trying to track their faces. © 2011 IEEE. |