The introduction of humanoid and zoomorphic robots is profoundly reshaping how people interact with technology, redefining the very concept of community. These robots, increasingly present in households, are no longer mere tools but social actors capable of providing emotional and practical support. However, their integration into human relationships raises significant questions: how do they impact our ability to forge authentic connections? While alleviating loneliness and performing caregiving tasks, they risk altering traditional roles and fostering growing emotional dependency. The family itself evolves into a hybrid network where humans and technology intertwine, challenging established paradigms. This transformation demands reflection on cultural and ethical implications, as robots are reshaping not only social relationships but also our sense of belonging and identity. Post-human communities thus offer an opportunity to rethink the future of sociality and human connections.

Post-Human Communities: Reorganizing Social Relations in the Age of Interspecies Communication.

Pira F.;Spaticchia U.;Casagrande R.
2026-01-01

Abstract

The introduction of humanoid and zoomorphic robots is profoundly reshaping how people interact with technology, redefining the very concept of community. These robots, increasingly present in households, are no longer mere tools but social actors capable of providing emotional and practical support. However, their integration into human relationships raises significant questions: how do they impact our ability to forge authentic connections? While alleviating loneliness and performing caregiving tasks, they risk altering traditional roles and fostering growing emotional dependency. The family itself evolves into a hybrid network where humans and technology intertwine, challenging established paradigms. This transformation demands reflection on cultural and ethical implications, as robots are reshaping not only social relationships but also our sense of belonging and identity. Post-human communities thus offer an opportunity to rethink the future of sociality and human connections.
2026
978-3-032-13457-8
978-3-032-13458-5
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