The Role That Assistance Dogs Play in Supporting People with Disabilities
Dogs have long been recognised as valuable companions for people with disabilities. In this book, readers will learn about how dogs can improve the quality of life for people with physical, sensory, and mental disabilities. Using participant and expert insights, this book explores the benefits of do...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Singapore
Springer Nature Singapore
2024, 2024
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 2024 |
| Series: | SpringerBriefs in Modern Perspectives on Disability Research
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| Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
| Summary: | Dogs have long been recognised as valuable companions for people with disabilities. In this book, readers will learn about how dogs can improve the quality of life for people with physical, sensory, and mental disabilities. Using participant and expert insights, this book explores the benefits of dogs, including how they can increase independence, improve emotional wellbeing, and enhance social connections. Whether you are a person with a disability, a caregiver, a healthcare professional, or simply interested in learning more about the remarkable ways in which dogs can support people with disabilities, this book offers a compelling and informative read |
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| Physical Description: | XV, 90 p. 4 illus., 2 illus. in color online resource |
| ISBN: | 9789819714926 |