Participant Perceptions of a Robotic Coach Conducting Positive Psychology Exercises: A Systematic Analysis

While mindfulness provides a meditation-based tool for alleviating anxiety and depression levels [68], PP is a branch of psychology that aims to enhance well-being by focusing particularly on the positive experiences of people and positive individual traits [33], [84]. Such positive reflection has been shown to increase feelings of positive affect and future expectancy in individuals [76]. With the recent COVID-19 pandemic, the general population has been severely impacted, resulting in negative mental health outcomes [87]. People have found it particularly difficult to seek mental health advice and treatment due to social distancing regulations imposed [52]. As a result, digital forms of healthcare have been applied to assist individuals in need [66]. These include telehealth services via video calls, online therapies, and self-help resources through mobile and web apps.