Pet therapy in relieving stress
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Mentor/Supervising Professor Name
Christman, Ronda, PhD, RN
Description
The elderly population oftentimes experiences chronic physical pain, loneliness, and other health issues. Animals and pets have accompanied humans of all ages, comforting and protecting, especially the elderly population. This study explores the effects and benefits of animal-assisted therapy otherwise known as pet therapy for the elderly population.
Pet therapy in relieving stress
The elderly population oftentimes experiences chronic physical pain, loneliness, and other health issues. Animals and pets have accompanied humans of all ages, comforting and protecting, especially the elderly population. This study explores the effects and benefits of animal-assisted therapy otherwise known as pet therapy for the elderly population.