As well as improving general mood, animal therapy can be beneficial for a range of mental health conditions and disorders.
The comforting power of animals means interacting with them can help reduce feelings of anxiety and stress. People have also reported a reduction in feelings of boredom and loneliness when accompanied by one of our furry friends.
Animals provide a calming effect and assist us in improving negative emotions.
Thanks to these benefits, this therapeutic practice can be beneficial for people with:
• Anxiety
• Stress
• Depression
• Autism
• ADHD
• PTSD
• Bereavement
• Behavioural Issues
• School Refusal
• Social Skills
• Confidence