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Investigating Dog Welfare When Interacting with Autistic Children within Canine-Assisted Occupational Therapy Sessions: A Single Case Study

Animals, 2023
Human-animal bond is defined as the mutually beneficial relationship between humans and animals. Recent years have seen increasing research regarding the benefits of interaction with animals for autistic children.
Jessica Hill, Carlie Driscoll, Judy Cawdell-Smith, Stephen Anderson, Jenny Ziviani   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

[Group petting therapy dog]

, 2019
Photograph of several people petting a therapy dog in the Willis Library while the dog's handler holds the dogs ...
Esparza, Anna
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The role of the human-canine bond in recovery from substance use disorder: A scoping review and narrative synthesis

Human-Animal Interactions
Recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) is a personal journey that includes connection with self and others, including animals – known as the human-animal bond (HAB).
Colleen Dell, Brynn Kosteniuk, Carolyn Doi, Courtney Townsend, Alexis Cook, Darlene Chalmers, Peter Butt   +6 more
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How to Measure Human-Dog Interaction in Dog Assisted Interventions? A Scoping Review

Animals
Human-dog interaction is the working tool through which the therapeutic, educational and recreational goals of dog-assisted interventions (DAIs) are achieved.
Marta De Santis, Lorena Filugelli, Alberto Mair, Simona Normando, Franco Mutinelli, Laura Contalbrigo   +5 more
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Impact of Radiation Therapy on Physical and Psychosocial Health of Adolescents and Young Adults: A Joint Report From the Children's Oncology Group AYA and Radiation Oncology Committees

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Rates of cancer among adolescents and young adults (AYA), age 15–39 years, are increasing. Consequently, radiation oncologists are treating more AYAs who have diagnoses spanning both pediatric and adult practices. Compared to pediatric and older adult patients, AYAs face a unique set of challenges.
Hesham Elhalawani, Rachel K. Peterson, Avani D. Rao, Laurie J. McKenzie, Ahmed Magdy Elmotayam, Leslie Chang, Michael Roth, Susan L. McGovern   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Current Perspectives on Therapy Dog Welfare in Animal-Assisted Interventions

Animals, 2017
Research into the effects of animal-assisted interventions (AAIs) has primarily addressed human health outcomes. In contrast, only few publications deal with the therapy dog experience of AAIs. This paper provides an overview on potential welfare threats
Lisa Maria Glenk
doaj   +1 more source

Therapy Dogs' and Handlers' Behavior and Salivary Cortisol During Initial Visits in a Complex Medical Institution: A Pilot Study

Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2020
Therapy dogs provide health benefits for individuals who suffer from illnesses, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and aggression. Therapy dogs' impact on human health has been thoroughly studied; however, studies on dog welfare have been limited.
Stephanie D. Clark, Jessica M. Smidt, Brent A. Bauer   +2 more
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Establishing an Apheresis Medicine Program in a Resource‐Constrained Setting: A 5‐Year Experience From Lagos, Nigeria

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Establishing a comprehensive apheresis medicine program in a resource‐constrained setting presents significant structural, financial, and logistical challenges. Despite the growing clinical importance of apheresis services globally, published experience from sub‐Saharan Africa remains sparse.
Folasade Adelekan‐Popoola, Shakirat Gold‐Olufadi, Olufunto Olufela Kalejaiye, Abdullateef Ogala, Rasheed A. Balogun   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Comparative Evaluation of Hemodiafiltration, Hemoperfusion, and Standard Hemodialysis on Efficacy, Inflammatory Control, Dialysis Adequacy, and Safety in End‐Stage Renal Disease: A Prospective Observational Study

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Chronic micro‐inflammation in patients with end‐stage renal disease (ESRD) is a significant driver of cardiovascular complications and diminished quality of life. While standard hemodialysis (SHD) effectively manages small‐molecule clearance, its ability to remove medium‐to‐large uremic toxins—the primary catalysts of systemic ...
Hongwei Zuo, Weisi Dai, Jie Mao, Mei Ye, Xingshan Lu, Xiaocui Zhang   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Dog Therapy Utilization with Children Affected by Hyperactivity Syndrome [PDF]

, 2008
Title of Diploma Thesis: Dog therapy utilization with children affected by hyperactivity syndrome Aim of Diploma Thesis: Identify whether and how long the children with hyperactivity syndrome are able to calm down, work and relax during the dog therapy ...
Skálová, Martina
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