Andi Asrifan, L. Santhosh Kumar, S.H. Sheik Mohamed, Azizah Amal, Kartini Kartini
This chapter shows how generational attitudes regarding robotics changed from dread to interest. The study found significant age disparities in robotic technology perceptions from 50 interviews and a 1,400-person survey. Due to their digital upbringing and positive media depictions, Generation Z and Millennials are more accepting and enthusiastic about robots. Due to unfavorable cultural narratives and technology upheavals, Generation X and Baby Boomers are more skeptical and concerned. The chapter discusses fear and fascination psychological theories and how exposure, familiarity, and culture shape them. It also points out the ethical and social issues of integrating robotics into society and the necessity for focused education and ethical frameworks to dispel myths and encourage a balanced perspective of robotic technology. Understanding generational variations allows stakeholders to build strategies to promote robotics adoption across all age groups, maximizing advantages while minimizing negatives. © 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.
Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia; Kristu Jayanti College, Bengaluru, India; St. Thomas College of Arts and Science, India
