(5 reviews) Author: ISBN : 9780123814531 New from $40.45 Format: PDFIn the 10 years since the first edition of Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy published, the field has changed considerably. The third edition of the Handbook highlights advances in the field, with 10 new chapters and over 50% new material. In reading this book, therapists will discover the benefits of incorporating animal assisted therapy into their practice, how to design and implement animal assisted interventions, and the efficacy of animal assisted therapy with different disorders and patient populations. Coverage includes the use of AAT with children, families, and the elderly, in counseling and psychotherapy settings, and for treating a variety of specific disorders.
* Includes coverage of the use of cats, dogs, birds, and horses
* Discusses the "why" to use animals in therapy as well as the "how"
* Covers the use of animal-assisted therapy with different special populations and to treat different disorders
- Hardcover: 588 pages
- Publisher: Academic Press; 3 edition (August 18, 2010)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0123814537
- ISBN-13: 978-0123814531
- Product Dimensions: 1.3 x 6 x 9.6 inches
- Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy, Third Edition: Theoretical Foundations and Guidelines for Practice PDF
I have owned every edition of this book and highly recommend it to any healthcare or social service professional. The Handbook on Animal Assisted Therapy provides an excellent overview of the issues surrounding the professionals, the clients/participants, and the dogs. This book provides excellent resources for articles by professionals in a variety of disciplines that is critical to understand if we are to maintain professional standards. It is a must have for entry level and seasoned professionals, alike.By Caffeine Drip
I hesitated to buy because this is an edited volume, because of price, and because I was not sure about a reference book on Kindle. Now that I own the Kindle version, which saved me money, I can comment. The authors of each chapter provide considerable, expert research and documentation. The editor, well known in his field, provides indepth discussions and organization of issues related to animal assisted therapy. An updated book is in progress. I can manage Kindle by book marks, notes, and underlining. One draw back - the table of contents shows exciting chapter titles, but no chapter authors. Anyone who partners with a pet to visit and help others MUST read this book. Anyone who benefits from human-animal bonding will appreciate the insights and research reported in this book.By Ronaele Whittington
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