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<p>This study examines how science fiction films and real-world interaction with a humanoid social robot shape teenagers’ emotional responses, technology acceptance, and expectations of AI robots. To address the lack of comparative research on mediated and embodied experiences in adolescents, we conducted a three-phase study with 55 teenagers using questionnaires and thematic analysis. Quantitative results show that while films increased nervousness and reduced comfort, direct interaction moderated these effects without significantly changing perceptions of technology acceptance. Qualitatively, teenagers primarily imagined robots in practical roles, though some expressed skepticism after exposure. These insights provide a foundation for designing adolescent-centered robots and developing targeted media literacy initiatives to promote realistic perceptions of AI robots among teenagers.</p>

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From Sci-Fi to reality: exploring teenagers’ perceptions and ideas of AI robots

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    2025年8月6日

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  • Hangyeol Kang,
  • Thiago Freitas,
  • Maher Ben Moussa,
  • Nadia Thalmann

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This study examines how science fiction films and real-world interaction with a humanoid social robot shape teenagers’ emotional responses, technology acceptance, and expectations of AI robots. To address the lack of comparative research on mediated and embodied experiences in adolescents, we conducted a three-phase study with 55 teenagers using questionnaires and thematic analysis. Quantitative results show that while films increased nervousness and reduced comfort, direct interaction moderated these effects without significantly changing perceptions of technology acceptance. Qualitatively, teenagers primarily imagined robots in practical roles, though some expressed skepticism after exposure. These insights provide a foundation for designing adolescent-centered robots and developing targeted media literacy initiatives to promote realistic perceptions of AI robots among teenagers.