Animal-assisted therapies have become widespread with programs targeting a variety of
pathologies and populations. Despite its popularity, it is unclear if this therapy is useful. The …

The purpose of this meta-analysis is to systematically examine the efficacy of animal-
assisted therapy (AAT) for patients with dementia. PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane libraries …

Background: Preliminary studies suggest beneficial effects of animal-assisted activities
(AAA) on behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), but data are …

Objectives The prevalence of neuropsychiatric symptoms in cognitively impaired nursing
home residents is known to be very high, with depression and agitation being the most …

Simple Summary Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia in humans
and, as the disease progresses, symptoms become more relevant, with significant …

Impact of Dog-Assisted Therapy for Institutionalized Patients With Dementia: A Controlled
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Background Dementia represents a mental and economic burden for both patients and their
caregivers. Therefore, the aim of this study is to explore the effectiveness of animal assisted …

Background Animal‐assisted therapy (AAT) can ameliorate diverse health problems in older
adults. However, applications of AAT have been limited because of the lack of intervention …

Simple Summary Non-pharmacological approach represents a valid therapeutic option as
an alternative or supplement to pharmacological treatments in patients with Alzheimer's …

There is a growing population of those with dementia and other cognitive impairments that
affect the quality of life. This is attributed to advances in science, technology and medicine …