The Role of the Equine in Animal-Assisted Interactions

Latella, Donna; Abrams, Barbara N.

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“…Their capacity to link the intra-psychicsocial-existential-spiritual dimension strengthens existing calls for qualitative research in this field. Furthermore, this capacity underscores the contribution of the study to an understanding of the lived experiences of patients dealing with PTSD (e.g Almasloukh, 2022;Latella & Abrams, 2015;Stern & Chur-Hansen, 2019)…”

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A qualitative study of equine‐assisted therapy for Israeli military and police veterans with PTSD —impact on self‐regulation , bonding and hope

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Equine‐assisted therapy (EAT) is an increasingly popular form of treatment for people suffering from post‐traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who, for one reason or another, find psychotherapy and other traditional treatment approaches unsuitable or unhelpful. However, the concomitant growth of research in the field is yet to engage with key factors relating to EAT; specifically, there are few studies considering the phenomenological perspective of patients, and the embodied knowledge deriving from the lived experience of PTSD patients who participated in EAT‐based intervention programmes. Based on a qualitative‐phenomenological study, interviews were conducted with 12 PTSD patients who had completed an EAT‐based intervention programme. From these, three main themes characterising the meanings they gave to participation in an EAT‐based treatment programme were identified: the ability to relax (self‐regulation); establishing a relationship (bonding) and transformation and hope for the future. The findings of this study point to a process whereby participation in an EAT‐based treatment programme facilitates the ability to cope with PTSD symptoms in a way that bridges the patient's emotional, social and spiritual‐existential dimensions. The findings suggest that EAT can contribute to the healing process of veterans suffering from PTSD.

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“…For some species, such as canines, training courses and certification were required before becoming a therapy animal [63]. Horse therapy required training of both the horse and the handlers to ensure that potentially dangerous situations had a positive resolution and that the sessions were facilitated for the best optimal outcomes of the visit [9] [62]. Client safety was necessarily prioritized during therapy [12] with a prepared plan in place to stop therapy and obtain help if needed.…”

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“…A caring and natural nursing intervention, the use of horses to help with physical, emotional, and psychological challenges is gaining momentum, and positive results have been reported in the literature for clinicians choosing equine-assisted therapy for veterans [6], multiple sclerosis patients [7], and abuse survivors [8]. Horses have sensitivity to subtle nonverbal cues [9] which can lead to the therapy horse interacting with the patient and the patient acting to elicit a response from the horse. This small measure of control within the interaction can give an outlet to the patient amid an otherwise uncontrolled symptomatic illness [1].…”

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Palliative Inpatients’ Experiences with Equine Therapy: A Qualitatively Driven Mixed-Method Exploratory Study

Cairns¹,

Weaver²,

McNiven³

2022

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With advances in modern medicine, Canadians are living longer with chronic illnesses. While many live at home, those in inpatient units may require comfort measures to complement treatment programs. Anecdotal evidence established that equine (horse) therapy can be beneficial, but there has been limited research about the utilization of horse therapy within the inpatient palliative care population in Canada. The study aimed to understand palliative inpatients' experiences with equine therapy. Of eight adult palliative care unit inpatients recruited by nursing staff, six (aged 58 -82) completed the study. A qualitatively driven mixed-methods research design was used to collect qualitative data via individual interviews with participants, and quantitative data through inpatient records and the revised Edmonton Symptom Assessment System (ESASr). The quantitative data, analyzed using a non-parametric sign test, guided the interview questions. Then, narrative analysis of the interview data allowed rich descriptions and exploration of the participants' real-life experiences. The results of the study identified equine therapy as an effective intervention that allowed participants to "live in the moment." Narrative threads of quality of life, fatigue, distraction, reminiscence, and identification with the therapy horse were examined. This research project outlays an innovative approach for conducting horse therapy within an institutional setting and begins to scientifically address the knowledge gap on the meaning of horse therapy to the adult palliative care inpatient population.

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“…Similarly, mechanical versions of horses are associated with improved physical strength for elderly patients (De Araújo et al, 2013). Some popular models in EAAT include non-riding elements designed to provide psychological benefit to the client by focusing on behavioral interactions between human and horse (Kieson & Abramson, 2016;Latella & Abrams, 2015). These types of interactions have been shown to improve the mental health of individuals with autism, whether clients worked with the horse on the ground (Hameury et al, 2010) or while riding (Gabriels et al, 2012;Jenkins & Digennaro Reed, 2013).…”

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The Importance of Comparative Psychology in Equine-Assisted Activities and Therapies

Kieson¹

2018

IJCP

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Practitioners of Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies (EAAT) use it to help individuals suffering from a wide range of physical and psychological disorders as an alternative practice in physical and psychotherapy. Although there is plenty of research to support the benefits of these therapies, there is little research in equine behavior in this context, specifically how equine behaviors can best be utilized to improve the health of the human component. Although much of EAAT uses horses in physical therapy, newer practices in EAAT focus on assisting individuals in building and improving interpersonal skills through practicing those skills with horses. To fully understand and develop this area of EAAT, researchers need to look at the behavioral patterns of horses, how they learn and adapt to changes in human emotions and behaviors, and how these behaviors correspond to bonding with regards to friendships and relationships within the context of equine-human interactions. To do this, scientists need to rely upon the principles of learning theory and behavioral sciences associated with comparative psychology. The scientific methods used in comparative psychology are critical for researching these areas of EAAT.

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The Role of the Equine in Animal-Assisted Interactions

Cited by 11 publications

References 72 publications

A qualitative study of equine‐assisted therapy for Israeli military and police veterans with PTSD —impact on self‐regulation , bonding and hope

A qualitative study of equine‐assisted therapy for Israeli military and police veterans with PTSD —impact on self‐regulation , bonding and hope

Palliative Inpatients’ Experiences with Equine Therapy: A Qualitatively Driven Mixed-Method Exploratory Study

The Importance of Comparative Psychology in Equine-Assisted Activities and Therapies

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