Research on benefits of canine-assisted therapy for adults in nonmilitary settings

Research has examined the physiological and psychosocial impact of animal-assisted activities (AAA) and animal-assisted therapy (AAT). The current review article summarizes the benefits of AAA and AAT for hospitalized patients with medical disorders, psychiatric patients, and residents of nursing ho...

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Published in:U.S. Army Medical Department journal 2012-04, p.30-37
Main Authors: Knisely, Janet S, Barker, Sandra B, Barker, Randolph T
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animal Assisted Therapy
Animals
Bonding, Human-Pet
Clinical Trials as Topic
Disabled Persons
Dogs
Hospitalization
Humans
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Summary:Research has examined the physiological and psychosocial impact of animal-assisted activities (AAA) and animal-assisted therapy (AAT). The current review article summarizes the benefits of AAA and AAT for hospitalized patients with medical disorders, psychiatric patients, and residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities. The literature regarding inclusion of animals in business and organizational settings is also reviewed. Although there is clear evidence of improved physical and psychological health from AAA and AAT in the civilian population, there is a dearth of published findings of the evaluation of such benefits for military personnel.
ISSN:1524-0436