The Therapeutic Potential of Pets
Author | : Katrina A. Roski Pearl |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 154 |
Release | : 2011 |
Genre | : Bonding, Human - pet |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : Katrina A. Roski Pearl |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 154 |
Release | : 2011 |
Genre | : Bonding, Human - pet |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Odean Cusack |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 268 |
Release | : 2014-05-12 |
Genre | : Psychology |
ISBN | : 1317774442 |
Here is an excellent “how-to” guide for initiating pet-facilitated therapy programs with the elderly. Pets and the Elderly is a practical book that explains how to implement carefully planned programs in residential and nursing homes and in geriatric and psychiatric hospitals, with pets in residence or as visitors. The authors review past research, building a strong case for the therapeutic use of pets in the rehabilitation of older persons. They also share innovative program suggestions, testimonials from participants of successful programs, a comprehensive questionnaire for program evaluation, and the advantages and disadvantages of using various pets, highlighting their therapeutic potential, the training and care required, and much more!
Author | : Maury Frieman |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 44 |
Release | : 1982 |
Genre | : Human-animal communication |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Nancy Parish-Plass |
Publisher | : Purdue University Press |
Total Pages | : 526 |
Release | : 2013-07-15 |
Genre | : Psychology |
ISBN | : 1612492746 |
The integration of animals into the therapy setting by psychotherapists has been a growing trend. Psychological problems treated include emotional and behavioral problems, attachment issues, trauma, and developmental disorders. An influential 1970s survey suggests that over 20 percent of therapists in the psychotherapy division of the American Psychological Association incorporated animals into their treatment in some fashion. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the number is much higher today. Since Yeshiva University psychologist Boris Levinson popularized the involvement of animals in psychotherapy in the 1960s, Israel has come to be perhaps the most advanced country in the world in the area of animal-assisted psychotherapy (AAP). This is true especially in the areas of academic training programs, theory-building, and clinical practice. Great effort has been put into understanding the mechanisms behind AAP, as well as into developing ethical guidelines that take into account the therapist's responsibility toward both client and animal. This book exposes the world to the theory and practice of AAP as conceived and used in Israel. It emphasizes evidence-based and clinically sound applications with psychotherapeutic goals, as differentiated from other animal-assisted interventions, such as AAE (animal-assisted education) and AAA (animal-assisted activities), which may have education or skills-oriented goals. Not just anyone with a dog can call him-or herself an animal-assisted therapist. This volume demonstrates not only the promise of animal-assisted psychotherapeutic approaches, but also some of the challenges the field still needs to overcome to gain widespread legitimacy.
Author | : Johanna Piper |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 110 |
Release | : 2015 |
Genre | : Dogs |
ISBN | : |
This theoretical thesis explores the psychosocial benefits of the human-animal bond in animal-assisted therapy (AAT). The theoretical lenses of symbolic interactionism and self psychology are used to explore the process by which the relationship of humans to dogs, both at the social and individual levels, is constructed in a way that benefits humans. The theoretical literature regarding these frameworks and the human-animal bond is reviewed, followed by an examination of the empirical literature concerning animal-assisted therapy. This research then proposes, with substantiation from the literature, that the "dog" with which the client interacts is a representation constructed in part by a society which has assigned meaning to the social object of the "dog", and in part by the client's subjective experience. This representation performs selfobject functions which strengthen the cohesion of the client's self. Clinicians can reinforce this meaning-making process by speaking "for" the dog and constructing narratives for the dog which facilitate the dog as a selfobject. Emphasis is given to the potential of pairing trauma survivors with rescued animals, who clients may infer to have trauma histories of their own.
Author | : Margo DeMello |
Publisher | : Columbia University Press |
Total Pages | : 488 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0231152957 |
This textbook provides a full overview of human-animal studies. It focuses on the conceptual construction of animals in American culture and the way in which it reinforces and perpetuates hierarchical human relationships rooted in racism, sexism, and class privilege.
Author | : Megan Mueller |
Publisher | : Elsevier |
Total Pages | : 554 |
Release | : 2011-04-28 |
Genre | : Psychology |
ISBN | : 0080463835 |
The original edition was the first book to provide a comprehensive overview of the ways in which animals can assist therapists with treatment of specific populations, and/or in specific settings. The second edition continues in this vein, with 7 new chapters plus substantial revisions of continuing chapters as the research in this field has grown. New coverage includes: Animals as social supports, Use of AAT with Special Needs students, the role of animals in the family- insights for clinicians, and measuring the animal-person bond. Contributions from veterinarians, animal trainers, psychologists, and social workers Includes guidelines and best practices for using animals as therapeutic companions Addresses specific types of patients and environmental situations
Author | : Teri Pichot |
Publisher | : Taylor & Francis |
Total Pages | : 267 |
Release | : 2011-02-14 |
Genre | : Medical |
ISBN | : 1136867732 |
Learn to use a powerful tool in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy—a pet Animal Assisted Activities/Therapy (AAA/T) is an innovative intervention in which an animal becomes a crucial—and highly effective—part of the treatment process. Pet-Assisted Brief Therapy: A Solution-Focused Approach gives therapists the tools they need to begin and maintain an effective treatment program that meaningfully merges dogs and other therapy animals with Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). This unique book clearly explains how AAA/T integrated with SFT in one substance abuse counseling program. It provides a revealing description of the program’s challenges and successes, and discusses the possibilities for AAA/T implementation in other agencies. The authors review in detail the multitude of scenarios where animals can add a valuable dimension for treatment with clients on specific issues. Animal-Assisted Brief Therapy: A Solution-Focused Approach provides therapists with concrete examples of how to appropriately implement AAA/T to cultivate positive effects in treatment. The book explains how this loving and patient therapy for clients need not be the difficult challenge that it at first appears to be. This resource takes you step by step through the process, showing what practical strategies can be used to offset most obstacles and unknowns. This one-of-a-kind guide clearly explains how to blend and structure the numerous aspects of AAA/T with Solution Focused Therapy to become a more effective treatment program. Appendices provide AAA/T resources, sample policy and procedures, and training resources across the United States. Animal-Assisted Brief Therapy: A Solution-Focused Approach discusses: the history of AAA/T common values between AAA/T and Solution-Focused Therapy the principles and goals of SFT how to understand canine culture the creation of a successful AAA/T program phobias, allergies, liabilities, and insurance therapy dogs’ needs common interventions therapy with children therapy with adolescents therapy with adults therapy with substance abusing clients Animal-Assisted Brief Therapy: A Solution-Focused Approach provides a comprehensive look at AAA/T and is perfect for therapists struggling to find new and effective ways to work with clients; therapists trying to utilize this approach in their practice; administrators and clinical supervisors wanting to implement AAA/T at their agency; educators; and students.
Author | : Odean Cusack |
Publisher | : Harrington Park Press |
Total Pages | : 257 |
Release | : 1986-06 |
Genre | : Older people |
ISBN | : 9780918393289 |
Here is an excellent "how-to" guide for initiating pet-facilitated therapy programs with the elderly. Pets and the Elderly is a practical book that explains how to implement carefully planned programs in residential and nursing homes and in geriatric and psychiatric hospitals, with pets in residence or as visitors. The authors review past research, building a strong case for the therapeutic use of pets in the rehabilitation of older persons. They also share innovative program suggestions, testimonials from participants of successful programs, a comprehensive questionnaire for program evaluation, and the advantages and disadvantages of using various pets, highlighting their therapeutic potential, the training and care required, and much more
Author | : Odean Cusack |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 260 |
Release | : 2014-05-12 |
Genre | : Psychology |
ISBN | : 1317774434 |
Here is an excellent “how-to” guide for initiating pet-facilitated therapy programs with the elderly. Pets and the Elderly is a practical book that explains how to implement carefully planned programs in residential and nursing homes and in geriatric and psychiatric hospitals, with pets in residence or as visitors. The authors review past research, building a strong case for the therapeutic use of pets in the rehabilitation of older persons. They also share innovative program suggestions, testimonials from participants of successful programs, a comprehensive questionnaire for program evaluation, and the advantages and disadvantages of using various pets, highlighting their therapeutic potential, the training and care required, and much more!