The Role That Assistance Dogs Play in Supporting People with Disabilities

The Role That Assistance Dogs Play In Supporting People With Disabilities Pdf

By Gabriel Bennett and Emma Goodall

In The Role That Assistance Dogs Play in Supporting People with Disabilities 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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Features

Features:

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

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction
- Overview of assistance dogs and disability research
- Research questions and methodology
- Intended audience and benefits of the book
Chapter 2: Results in the Existing Literature
- Impact of assistance dogs on various populations (veterans, elderly, people with disabilities, etc.)
- Experiences of parents and views of professionals
Chapter 3: Limitations of Current Studies
- Gaps in literature across different demographics and populations
- Professional perspectives and study design issues
Chapter 4: Directions for Research in the Future
- Recommendations for improving study design and scope
- Areas needing further exploration
Appendix
- Dataset