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 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

Provides comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge in the field Emphasizes outcomes and benefits experienced by individuals with disabilities Explores future directions, challenges, and considerations related to assistance dogs

Autorentext

Dr Gabriel Bennett, formally Dr Matthew Bennett, holds a PhD in Disability Studies from Flinders University, Australia. He has lectured in Disability Studies at Griffith University, Queensland. He has also advised the Australian Government’s AutismCRC and has published articles for the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. He is actively involved in a wide range of disability research projects.

Inhalt

Chapter 1 - Introduction.- Chapter 2 - Results in the existing literature.- Chapter 3 - Limitations of current studies.- Chapter 4 - Directions for research in the future.- Appendices.