May 29, 2026 | Investigación
Abstract Background The number of adolescents hospitalized with mental health problems, which are vulnerable and under a stressful situation, has increased in the last years. Non-pharmacological therapies, including Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT), have been proposed as...
Jun 3, 2025 | Investigación
Abstract Dog-assisted therapy (DAT) is a complementary therapy that can lead to several therapeutic benefits in different populations, but little investigation has been made about its benefits in adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Thus, the present study...
Dic 1, 2023 | Investigación
Simple Summary Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) is based on the human–animal relationship and the bond that is generated. The effectiveness of AAT will strongly depend on the human–animal bond (HAB) between the patient and the animal. AAT can improve the physical,...
Mar 24, 2023 | Investigación
Abstract Background and Objectives: Despite the scientific evidence of the positive effects of animal-assisted therapy (AAT) in adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it is not still considered an evidence-based practice for this population. The proposed study...
Mar 24, 2023 | Investigación
Abstract Background: Eating disorders are characterized by a persistent disturbance that alters food intake and it is often accompanied by anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or reduced functional capacity and quality of life. Animal-assisted therapies (AAT) have...
Mar 24, 2023 | Investigación
Abstract Animal-assisted interventions are frequently used to stimulate and improve different skills in children with and without disabilities. However, the heterogeneity of AAI studies in preschool children is large, including different health conditions, duration,...
