WellnessfromPsychology Today1 month agoRethinking Touch in Therapy Dog ProgramsFree-choice interactions rather than forced touch significantly enhance therapy dogs' welfare.Recognizing canine consent is essential for effective animal-assisted therapy programs.
Mental healthfromPsychology Today4 months agoHealing Bonds Through Animal-Assisted TherapyAnimal-assisted therapy enhances traditional therapies for eating disorders.It fosters a non-judgmental therapeutic environment.Combining AAT with cognitive behavioral therapy is most effective.
MiscellaneousfromPsychology Today7 months agoAnimal-Assisted Crisis ResponseAACR teams provide critical emotional support in disasters, helping people cope.Therapy animals play a key role in crisis intervention and recovery.