Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy : Theoretical Foundations and Guidelines for Practice

by Fine

• ISBN13: 9780122564758
• ISBN10: 0122564758
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1999-10-19
• Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

Summary

The original edition was the first book to provide a comprehensive overview of the ways in which animals can assist therapists with treatment of specific populations, and/or in specific settings. The second edition continues in this vein, with 7 new chapters plus substantial revisions of continuing chapters as the research in this field has grown. New coverage includes: Animals as social supports, Use of AAT with Special Needs students, the role of animals in the family- insights for clinicians, and measuring the animal-person bond.*Contributions from veterinarians, animal trainers, psychologists, and social workers*Includes guidelines and best practices for using animals as therapeutic companions*Addresses specific types of patients and environmental situations

Table of Contents

Abbreviated TOC

Dedication

Foreword

Preface

Acknowledgements

The Conceptualization of the Animal-Human Bond

The Foundation for Understanding Animal-Assisted Therapy

Animal-Assisted Therapy

Conceptual Model and Guidelines for Quality Assurance

Best Practices in Animal-Assisted Therapy

Guidelines for Use of AAT with Special Populations

Special Topics and Concerns in Animal-Assisted Therapy

The Role of Ethology in the Field of Human-Animal Relations and Animal-Assisted Therapy

Human Animal Interactions in Health

Best Evidence and Where We Go From Here?

The Role of AAT in Clinical Practice

The Importance of Demonstrating Empirically Oriented Psychotherapies

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