@article{ART003197564},
author={Guiohk Lee and Lee, Su yun and Seunghye Sohn and SuJin Lee and Seoin Kim},
title={Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek},
journal={Health Communication Research},
issn={2093-2707},
year={2025},
volume={24},
number={1},
pages={1-34},
doi={10.24172/hcr.2025.24.1.1}
TY - JOUR
AU - Guiohk Lee
AU - Lee, Su yun
AU - Seunghye Sohn
AU - SuJin Lee
AU - Seoin Kim
TI - Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek
JO - Health Communication Research
PY - 2025
VL - 24
IS - 1
PB - Korea Health Communication Association
SP - 1
EP - 34
SN - 2093-2707
AB - This study examines the care experiences of elderly individuals living alone during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the use of companion robots in two distinct regions: Guro-gu, Seoul, and Taebaek, Gangwon Province. Through qualitative interviews with 15 participants who utilized a care robot in the shape of a doll resembling grandchildren ‘Hyodol,’ the research reveals that the term ‘baby’ was frequently used to describe the robot, indicating a strong sense of anthropomorphism, particularly in Taebaek. Common emotional care experiences were identified, with terms like ‘talk’ and ‘sing’ prevalent among participants. Cohesion analysis further shows regional differences in care experiences; Guro participants primarily engaged in ‘emotional care’ through conversation, while Taebaek participants experience ‘companion care’ through shared sleeping. These findings highlight both the similarities and differences in the experiences of elderly users, providing valuable theoretical and policy implications for the adoption of companion robots tailored to user needs.
KW - Care Robot;Companion Robot;Regional Comparison;Semantic Network Analysis
DO - 10.24172/hcr.2025.24.1.1
ER -
Guiohk Lee, Lee, Su yun, Seunghye Sohn, SuJin Lee and Seoin Kim. (2025). Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek. Health Communication Research, 24(1), 1-34.
Guiohk Lee, Lee, Su yun, Seunghye Sohn, SuJin Lee and Seoin Kim. 2025, "Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek", Health Communication Research, vol.24, no.1 pp.1-34. Available from: doi:10.24172/hcr.2025.24.1.1
Guiohk Lee, Lee, Su yun, Seunghye Sohn, SuJin Lee, Seoin Kim "Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek" Health Communication Research 24.1 pp.1-34 (2025) : 1.
Guiohk Lee, Lee, Su yun, Seunghye Sohn, SuJin Lee, Seoin Kim. Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek. 2025; 24(1), 1-34. Available from: doi:10.24172/hcr.2025.24.1.1
Guiohk Lee, Lee, Su yun, Seunghye Sohn, SuJin Lee and Seoin Kim. "Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek" Health Communication Research 24, no.1 (2025) : 1-34.doi: 10.24172/hcr.2025.24.1.1
Guiohk Lee; Lee, Su yun; Seunghye Sohn; SuJin Lee; Seoin Kim. Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek. Health Communication Research, 24(1), 1-34. doi: 10.24172/hcr.2025.24.1.1
Guiohk Lee; Lee, Su yun; Seunghye Sohn; SuJin Lee; Seoin Kim. Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek. Health Communication Research. 2025; 24(1) 1-34. doi: 10.24172/hcr.2025.24.1.1
Guiohk Lee, Lee, Su yun, Seunghye Sohn, SuJin Lee, Seoin Kim. Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek. 2025; 24(1), 1-34. Available from: doi:10.24172/hcr.2025.24.1.1
Guiohk Lee, Lee, Su yun, Seunghye Sohn, SuJin Lee and Seoin Kim. "Semantic Network Analysis of Care Experiences Through Companion Robots for Elderly Living Alone: A Comparison of ‘Hyodol’ Users in Guro and Taebaek" Health Communication Research 24, no.1 (2025) : 1-34.doi: 10.24172/hcr.2025.24.1.1
