The study purpose is to evaluate a novel multidisciplinary approach to fostering a therapeutic partnership between the participants with developmental disabilities and the participants family dog. This will culminate in an Animal Assisted Intervention aimed at increasing activity levels, enhancing social support, and increasing feeling of responsibility and wellbeing within this population.
Physical Activity, Social Wellbeing
The study purpose is to evaluate a novel multidisciplinary approach to fostering a therapeutic partnership between the participants with developmental disabilities and the participants family dog. This will culminate in an Animal Assisted Intervention aimed at increasing activity levels, enhancing social support, and increasing feeling of responsibility and wellbeing within this population.
Multi-site Animal Assisted Intervention for Children With DD and Their Family Dog
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Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, United States, 97331
Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.
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10 Years to 17 Years
ALL
Yes
Oregon State University,
Megan MacDonald, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Oregon State University
2027-02-01