Authors: Abhendra Pratap Singh, Riya Rani, Devanshi Sharma, Nandini Sharma, Prince Kumar Sharma, Vanshika Dua
Abstract: Exchange of information, social interaction, and behavior are all impacted by autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which is a complicated neurodevelopmental disorder. Traditional therapies have demonstrated benefits in increasing quality of life, but they are still resource intensive and have limitations due to high costs and an inadequate number of specialists. With recent technical advancements, robotics has emerged as a promising addition to traditional treatment options. Socially Assistive Robots (SARs) are being investigated as therapies for assisting children with autism by increasing engagement, boosting social skills, also providing constant and compatible interaction. This study looks at the growing amount of research on the use of robotics in autism therapy, with an importance of robot design, human robot interaction, and medical applications. SARs can promote focus, emotional expression, and social communication. However, obstacles remain in terms of robot design, ethical considerations, and the necessity for standardized methods of assessing effectiveness in the real world. This paper's contribution is to thoroughly analyze existing methodologies and present a framework for designing robotic therapies based on individual needs. By synthesizing information related to education, healthcare, and robotics, this review identifies critical areas for further study and outlines future options for developing effective, accessible, and ethically feasible robotic therapy for children with ASD.