Animal-Assisted Therapy and Developmental Disorders
- Authors: Gladys Malafaia1, Sofia Santos2, Pedro Morato3
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View Affiliations Hide Affiliations1 Faculdade de Motricidade Humana, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal 2 Faculdade de Motricidade Humana, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal 3 Faculdade de Motricidade Humana, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal
- Source: Multidisciplinary Interventions for People with Diverse Needs - A Training Guide for Teachers, Students, and Professionals , pp 135-149
- Publication Date: June 2020
- Language: English
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For the last few years, neurosciences has been focusing its research on analysing the structures and processes behind Animal-Assisted Therapies (AAT) and their effects on persons with neurodevelopmental disorders. The aim of this study is to present an overview of the main evidence-based effects of AAT in the promotion of skills, health-related issues, and well-being of persons with neurodevelopmental disorders. For this matter, the main theories of AAT effects will be approached. In conclusion, animal-human interaction characteristics and how this relationship may compensate deficits and promote functional competences will be described.
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