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C N Wilkes, T K Shalko, M Trahan

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    Animal-assisted therapy offers significant health benefits, complementing traditional treatments. Properly implemented, pet therapy can enhance rehabilitation and promote acceptance for individuals with special needs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Human-Animal Interaction
    • Rehabilitation Science

    Background:

    • Studies indicate potential health benefits of using pets in rehabilitation.
    • The relationship between people and pets offers untapped therapeutic potential.
    • Pets are recognized for their positive impact on health, reducing stress and aiding recovery.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the value of animal-assisted therapy in rehabilitation.
    • To examine the role of pets as complementary therapeutic tools.
    • To assess the benefits of incorporating animals in special population development.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing studies on animal-assisted therapy.
    • Analysis of expert opinions and anecdotal evidence.
    • Consideration of professional implementation standards for animal therapy programs.

    Main Results:

    • Pets can serve as valuable complements to existing rehabilitation services.
    • Animal interaction can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and speed recovery.
    • Professional animal therapy programs can promote unconditional acceptance and normalization.

    Conclusions:

    • Animal-assisted therapy holds significant potential as a rehabilitative approach.
    • Careful organization, supervision, and professional implementation are crucial for successful animal therapy.
    • This therapeutic modality can uniquely benefit special population members.

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