Clinical Depression

Department of Biotechnology Health Center, Catalan Institute of Health, Lleida, Spain

Publications

• Mini Review   
  Animal-Assisted Therapy for Adolescents with Mental Health Disorders: A Brief Intervention Creating a Human-Animal Bond
  Author(s): Kodrigo Klaverol*
  
  Mental health disorders among adolescents have become a significant problem globally. The World Health Organization (WHO) has estimated that globally, 10-20% of children and adolescents suffer from mental disorders. Adolescents with mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, and other related conditions, often face significant challenges in their daily lives, including academic difficulties, relationship issues, and social isolation. In recent years, animal-assisted therapy (AAT) has gained popularity as a non-invasive and non-pharmacological intervention to support adolescents with mental health disorders. This article discusses the effectiveness of AAT in supporting adolescents with mental health disorders, creating a human-animal bond, and potential therapeutic outcomes... Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2572-0791.2023.9.50

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