Animal assisted therapy for trauma and surgery patients

This study looks at whether visits from therapy dogs can help people who are in the hospital after a traumatic injury feel better. You must be able to talk to the research team and not be afraid of dogs.

This study tests whether working with a trained animal can make dental checkups and cleanings easier for children ages 4 to 8. It may help reduce fear and improve how kids tolerate routine dental care.

This study looks at whether guided time with therapy animals helps children recover after an acquired brain injury, and what factors affect whether it works. Families may be asked to allow animal sessions and track responses over time.

This study tests a therapy program that uses animals to help children and teens who have had a traumatic event and still have post-traumatic stress symptoms. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce distressing symptoms and improve coping.

This trial tests whether spending time with therapy dogs can help adults with depression who are in the hospital. It aims to see if animal-assisted therapy improves mood and reduces symptoms of depression.

This study tests whether therapy sessions that involve a trained therapy dog can improve motivation and engagement in children and teens. It’s for youth who are starting therapy for the first time and can safely and comfortably interact with dogs.