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Animal therapy

D A Willis1

  • 1New England Baptist Hospital in Boston, USA.

Rehabilitation Nursing : the Official Journal of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses
|March 1, 1997
PubMed
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Animal therapy, also known as animal-assisted therapy (AAT), leverages the human-animal bond to improve well-being. This approach enhances adaptation, communication, and self-worth by providing comfort and reducing anxiety.

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Area of Science:

  • Explores the interdisciplinary field of animal-assisted interventions.
  • Focuses on the psychological and rehabilitative benefits of human-animal interactions.

Background:

  • Traces the historical development and evolution of animal therapy.
  • Highlights the significance of the human-animal bond in therapeutic contexts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the multifaceted concept of animal therapy.
  • To elucidate its role in rehabilitation and personal development.
  • To underscore its impact on adaptation, communication, and locus of control.

Main Methods:

  • Theoretical exploration and conceptual analysis of animal therapy.
  • Review of literature on the psychological effects of human-animal relationships.

Main Results:

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  • Animal therapy offers significant benefits, including joy and unconditional love.
  • Relationships with animals foster self-worth, reduce loneliness and anxiety.
  • Animals provide comfort, security, and a sense of being needed.

Conclusions:

  • Animal therapy is a valuable tool for adaptation and rehabilitation.
  • The human-animal bond positively influences psychological well-being and empowerment.
  • Further research into the therapeutic applications of animal interactions is warranted.