Abstract
Veterans with PTSD may be hesitant to seek psychological treatment because of the negative connotations associated with the diagnosis. Canine therapy can offer a non-stigmatizing, non-pharmaceutical option. Veterans can derive both social and psychological benefits from therapeutic canine interactions, thus improving quality of life.
Sigma Membership
Non-member
Lead Author Affiliation
University of Missouri-St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Type
Poster
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Canine Therapy, PTSD, Veterans
Recommended Citation
Kolar, Jessica Marie and Bell, Emily Rose, "Canine-assisted therapy: Treatment of PTSD in combat veterans" (2024). Leadership. 20.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/leadership/2018/posters/20
Conference Name
Leadership Connection 2018
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Conference Year
2018
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Canine-assisted therapy: Treatment of PTSD in combat veterans
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Veterans with PTSD may be hesitant to seek psychological treatment because of the negative connotations associated with the diagnosis. Canine therapy can offer a non-stigmatizing, non-pharmaceutical option. Veterans can derive both social and psychological benefits from therapeutic canine interactions, thus improving quality of life.