ISBN10: 086656652X, ISBN13: 9780866566520, [publisher: Routledge] Hardcover Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
[Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1988]

hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. ISBN 086656652X 9780866566520 [US]

ISBN10: 086656652X, ISBN13: 9780866566520, [publisher: Taylor & Francis 1988-11-16, London] Hardcover Language: ENG
[London, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1988]

Hardback. New. This fascinating new book addresses the most recent research and provocative findings on the use of pets in mental health therapy. The historical basis of using pets in therapy is reviewed, and numerous examples are provided of results incurred from prescribing pets to disabled, lonely, incarcerated, and institutionalized individuals. The author provides convincing evidence of the therapeutic value of animals in making us happier, healthier, and more sociable. Although the terms human-animal bond and pet-facilitated therapy are relative newcomers to the scientific literature, the concepts they encompass have been with us for centuries. BACKCOVER COPY Research has shown that animals can promote humor, laughter, play, and a sense of importance in people. This fascinating book explores the provocative findings on the use of pets in mental health therapy. Although the terms human-animal bond and pet-facilitated therapy are relative newcomers to the scientific literature, the concepts they encompass have been with us for centuries. The historical basis of using pets in therapy is reviewed, and numerous examples show the astonishing results of prescribing pets to disabled, lonely, incarcerated, and institutionalized individuals. Odean Cusack, animal lover and writer, provides convincing evidence of the therapeutic value that animals have in making us happier, healthier, and more sociable. ISBN 086656652x 9780866566520 [GB]

Haworth Pr Inc, Date: 1988. Hardcover. New. 1st edition. 241 pages. 9.00x6.50x0.75 inches. 1988. Haworth Pr Inc ISBN 086656652X 9780866566520 [GB]

Oxford Routledge 1988 Hard cover New. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 248 p.

ISBN10: 086656652X, ISBN13: 9780866566520, [publisher: Routledge] Hardcover Like New
[Redhill, SURRE, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1988]