Associate Professor Mythily Subramaniam, assistant chairman of the medical board at the Institute of Mental Health, said animal-assisted therapy refers to structured interventions designed by a ...

Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) is a clinical modality in which qualified healthcare providers, acting within their professional scope of practice, leverage the principles of the human-animal bond ...

SINGAPORE – In recent years, animal-assisted interventions have gained recognition in Singapore as effective tools for therapy, offering emotional and psychological benefits. Whether through the ...

the study suggests that including felines in therapy programs could make it more accessible to a wider range of people. Other species used in animal-assisted services include capuchin monkeys ...

WASHINGTON, USA — A study co-authored by a Washington State University professor found some cats may have the "purrfect" personality to be therapy animals. However, Human Development Professor ...

"Right now we do the goat yoga every Saturday. But we also offer animal therapy by appointment," he said. This includes equine therapy with a certified equine therapist, as well as interactions ...

People can build emotional connections with horses. This is why the animals are also used in animal-assisted therapy. A study ...

Today, we discussed animal assisted therapy. This type of therapy is when animals are used in goal directed treatment sessions. These goals can be physical, mental, emotional or social.

When my dog passed away four years ago, coping with the loss was challenging. I know I am not alone. People turn to their ...