Essays about: "Animal-Assisted Therapy AAT"

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  1. 1. Interactions between humans and dogs : Neurobiological factors relevant for the treatment of exhaustion-related disorders.

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Johanna Sinisalo; [2015]
    Keywords : Cortisol; Oxytocin; Human-Animal Interactions HAI ; Animal-Assisted Therapy AAT ; Attachment Theory; Social Support Theory; Stress;

    Abstract : Increasing evidence illustrates an involvement of stress in a large variety of physical and mental illness. Together with the evolutionary development of the social behavior in humans, the traditional interpretations of the attachment theory and the social support theory underscores the importance of affection, belonging and appreciation for human well-being. READ MORE