Animal-Assisted Therapy for Stress-Relief in the Medical Setting
University
Shawnee State University
Major
Dental Hygiene
Presentation Types
Oral Presentation
Keywords:
anxiety, stress, therapy, rehabilitation
Abstract
Animal-assisted therapy is a concept that involves the use of an animal to provide therapy to individuals in various settings. It is proven to be effective in reducing symptoms of medical related anxiety, such as stress, blood pressure, and post-operative pain. This information was found through the review of scholarly articles, examination of research done on the use of animal-assisted therapy, and through interviewing those who have active participation in these programs in this region. This form of therapy is more common in larger, more densely populated areas; however, it has recently been implemented in Portsmouth, Ohio. There are a few facilities in this region that have implemented these services to ease the fear and anxieties of their patients and staff. The use of animal-assisted therapy in the region of Portsmouth, Ohio for dental and medical treatment can reduce fear associated with treatment and encourage more individuals to seek care.
Human Subjects
no
IRB Approval
no
Faculty Mentor Name
Marie Richey
Faculty Mentor Title
Assistant Professor, Dental Hygiene
Faculty Mentor Academic Department
Allied Health Sciences
Recommended Citation
Wireman, Jenna, "Animal-Assisted Therapy for Stress-Relief in the Medical Setting" (2024). Celebration of Scholarship. 1.
https://digitalcommons.shawnee.edu/cos/2024/monday/1
Animal-Assisted Therapy for Stress-Relief in the Medical Setting
Animal-assisted therapy is a concept that involves the use of an animal to provide therapy to individuals in various settings. It is proven to be effective in reducing symptoms of medical related anxiety, such as stress, blood pressure, and post-operative pain. This information was found through the review of scholarly articles, examination of research done on the use of animal-assisted therapy, and through interviewing those who have active participation in these programs in this region. This form of therapy is more common in larger, more densely populated areas; however, it has recently been implemented in Portsmouth, Ohio. There are a few facilities in this region that have implemented these services to ease the fear and anxieties of their patients and staff. The use of animal-assisted therapy in the region of Portsmouth, Ohio for dental and medical treatment can reduce fear associated with treatment and encourage more individuals to seek care.