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Andreasen, Gena; Stella, Tiffany; Wilkison, Megan; Szczech Moser, Christy; Hoelzel, Allison; Hendricks, Laura – Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools & Early Intervention, 2017
The use of animals for therapeutic purposes has been documented in the literature for centuries. This review will highlight evidence of the benefits of animal-assisted therapy as well as provide a plethora of resources for therapists interested in learning more about how animals can provide restorative benefits for their clients.
Descriptors: Animals, Occupational Therapy, Intervention, Children
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Takizawa, Tohru; Kondo, Tsuyoshi; Tanaka, Osamu; Wake, Norie; Naka, Kuoichi; Todoriki, Hidemi; Ishizu, Hiroshi – Early Child Development and Care, 2009
Grasping both the extent and the actual situation of psychosomatic disorders, neurotic habits and developmental disorders of infancy and childhood is vital for their prevention and for taking appropriate measures to deal with the current situation. The purpose of this study is to explore the current situation of infant mental health in Japanese…
Descriptors: Child Care Centers, Mental Health, Infants, Developmental Disabilities
Waldman, H. Barry; Perlman, Steven P.; Chaudhry, Ramiz A. – Exceptional Parent, 2009
Children and adults with disabilities are at an increased risk of injury. Falls are the leading mechanism of injury regardless of the disability status and are even more common in those with moderate or severe disabilities. The setting for the injury differs with the disability status. Compared to individuals with moderate or no disabilities,…
Descriptors: Injuries, Child Health, Child Safety, Disabilities