The Impact of Dog-Assisted Therapy Among Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review

The Impact of Dog-Assisted Therapy Among Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review

Background and Objectives: Animal-assisted therapies have been utilized in various profiles to improve people’s quality of life. This systematic review aims to assess the impact of dog-assisted therapies (DAT) on children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The benefits provided, th...

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Main Authors:	Paula Galvany-López, Manuel Martí-Vilar, Sergio Hidalgo-Fuentes, Javier Cabedo-Peris
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2024-12-01
Series:	Children
Subjects:	Autism Spectrum Disorder dog-assisted therapy children adolescence therapeutic intervention
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/11/12/1499
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