{"product_id":"the-role-of-companion-animals-in-the-treatment-of-mental-disorders-paperback","title":"The Role of Companion Animals in the Treatment of Mental Disorders - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eNancy R. Gee\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eLisa Townsend\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eRobert L. Findling\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom ancient literature to modern fiction and research reports in professional literature, the bond between humans and animals has been extensively documented. Although 70% of American households would vouch for the benefits of companion animals, the decision about whether to implement animal-based interventions for mental disorders is not always a simple one.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnique both for its subject matter and for the depth of the information it provides, \u003ci\u003eThe Role of Companion Animals in the Treatment of Mental Disorders\u003c\/i\u003e examines the existing evidence to support these practices as well as the risks associated with various types of programs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis volume combines a thorough analysis of the latest research with practical examples and explores topics that include \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e- Ensuring animal welfare and well-being, with an emphasis on understanding applicable laws and regulations\u003cbr\u003e- Animal-assisted crisis interventions to prevent the onset of PTSD in individuals who have experienced significant traumas, such as natural disasters\u003cbr\u003e- Animal-assisted programs for youths at risk for mental disorders secondary to child maltreatment or contact with the juvenile justice system\u003cbr\u003e- Human-animal interaction (HAI) in specific disorders, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, depression, dementia, and anxiety\u003cbr\u003e- The application of HAIs in university campuses, hospital settings, and psychotherapy \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs applicable for trainees and residents as it is for experienced mental health professionals, this book offers a scientifically grounded review of extant knowledge while highlighting what is not yet known about animal-based interventions in particular patient groups. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders will come away with an understanding of the role that animals can play in mitigating psychiatric symptoms, engaging patients in treatment, and enhancing well-being-as well as key principles and considerations for determining whether an animal-based intervention is appropriate for a given patient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 314\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.58 x 9.04 x 6.09 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 16, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53098722066656,"sku":"9781615374557","price":94.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5909\/4496\/files\/saJPpSctDU9781615374557.webp?v=1781697678","url":"https:\/\/improvedinc.myshopify.com\/products\/the-role-of-companion-animals-in-the-treatment-of-mental-disorders-paperback","provider":"Improved Improper Input Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}