The role of companion animals in the treatment of mental disorders

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910860863603321
• Autore: Gee Nancy R
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: Washington, D.C., : American Psychiatric Association Publishing, , 2023; ©2023
• ISBN: 1-61537-456-6
• Edizione: [1st ed.]
• Descrizione fisica: 1 Online-Ressource (316 Seiten)
• Altri autori (Persone): TownsendLisa; FindlingRobert L
• Disciplina: 616.891658
• Soggetti: Mental Disorders - therapy; Animal Assisted Therapy; Therapy Animals; Human-Animal Interaction; Treatment Outcome; Mentally Ill Persons - psychology
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Nota di contenuto: Cover -- Half Title -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- Contributors -- Foreword -- 1 Introduction -- 2 A Working Partnership Between Clinicians and Therapy Dogs in the Treatment of Mental Disorders -- 3 Roles of Animals With Individuals Who Have Mental Illness -- 4 Companion Animals in Crisis Intervention -- 5 Companion Animals in the Treatment of At-Risk and Adjudicated Youth -- 6 Companion Animals in the Treatment of ADHD -- 7 Companion Animals in the Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder -- 8 Companion Animals in the Treatment of Depressive Disorders -- 9 Companion Animals in the Treatment of Stress and Anxiety -- 10 Companion Animals in the Treatment of PTSD -- 11 Companion Animals in the Treatment of Serious Mental Illness -- 12 Companion Animals Assisting Patients in Hospice -- 13 Companion Animals in the Treatment of Dementia and Aging-Related Concerns -- 14 Animal-Assisted Interventions for Improving the Mental Health and Academic Performance of University Students -- 15 Dog Visitation Programs in Hospitals -- 16 Animal-Assisted Therapy in Psychotherapy -- 17 Take-Home Messages -- ; Index -- Back Cover.
• Sommario/riassunto: Offering a scientifically grounded review of the latest research, complemented by practical examples, this book examines the existing evidence to support these practices as well as the risks associated with various types of programs. This robust volume features detailed discussion of topics that include human-animal interactions in specific patient populations and settings, as well as best practices for ensuring animal welfare and well-being, with an emphasis on understanding applicable laws and regulations.