Neerosh Mudaly, a researcher from Monash University, is trying to show how animals can act as therapists and help children to bounce back from trauma.
Neerosh Mudaly, a researcher from Monash University, is trying to show how animals can act as therapists and help children to bounce back from trauma.
The group is using guinea pigs as the 'animal therapist'.
Pet can Bust Stress - Pet Therapy
Pets have long been known to improve mood and lower stress levels. A recent study has underlined the therapeutic value of developing a bond with pets.
Pets have long been known to improve mood and lower stress levels. A recent study has underlined the therapeutic value of developing a bond with pets.
According to Mudaly, the brains of traumatized children are gripped by fear and do not develop normally. She points out that this "hyper-vigilance" makes other therapies ineffective for these children.
She said: "New theories are exploring the idea that activity-based, non-verbal programs are more effective than using language."
Researchers Find That Pet-Assisted Therapy Makes Recovery Less Painful
A new study has shown that adults recovering from total joint-replacement surgery require 50 percent less pain medication when they use pet therapy.
A new study has shown that adults recovering from total joint-replacement surgery require 50 percent less pain medication when they use pet therapy.
PETstock Foundation, a charity established by a chain of pet stores, has given 120,000 dollars for the study.
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Patients Warned Against Opting for Dolphin 'therapy' to Treat Any Disorder
Researchers have warned people suffering from chronic mental or physical disabilities that they should not opt for a dolphin "healing" experience.
Researchers have warned people suffering from chronic mental or physical disabilities that they should not opt for a dolphin "healing" experience.
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