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  1. Service dogs appear to enhance mental health and social functioning for veterans with PTSD

    Service dogs appear to enhance mental health and social functioning for veterans with PTSD

    by Eric W. Dolan (Photo credit: Adobe Stock) Post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly known as PTSD, is a significant issue among military veterans. A recent study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that trained psychiatric service dogs can help alleviate some symptoms of PTSD. The study...
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    Outside Article Jarrett Otto Gimbl Highlights Service Dogs As Partners In Veterans’ Mental Health Recovery

    Jarrett Otto Gimbl is a Marine veteran who has found solace and support within his service dog, Gunny. In the following article, Jarrett Gimbl delves into the profound bond between veterans and their faithful canine partners. For many veterans, the transition from military service to civilian...
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    Outside Article Advocates Promote Canine Care To Treat Veterans' Mental Health Conditions

    Puppies from Warrior Canine Connection, a Maryland-based non-profit that raises service dogs for veterans brought energy to the Department of Health and Human Services in Washington, D.C., on May 8, 2024, to mark Mental Health Awareness Month. The dogs will reside in volunteer trainers' homes...
  4. Employment and Mental Health

    Employment and Mental Health

    What does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) say about mental health conditions? The term "mental health" refers to a person's condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being. The ADA addresses mental health in many ways. First, the ADA specifically defines...
    • Brian Jones
    • Article
    • 3 min read
    • ada ada network article employment faq health mental
    • Category: ADA
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    Outside Article Service Dogs Show Success In Mental Health And Preventing Suicide

    By Cora Dickey AUGUSTA COUNTY, Va. (WHSV) - Every service dog goes through training to help someone struggling with health problems people can't see. Hannah Haught, a certified dog trainer, said the needs can be mental and emotional and may require a range of support. "My training provides a...
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    Outside Article Does attachment to pets indicate distrust of humans?

    By Kristen Fuller, MD | Medically reviewed by Amanda Zeglis, DO, MBA | Updated October 28, 2022 Key Takeaways Companion animals are known to provide a sense of social support, improve heart health, and boost feelings of happiness in their human owners. Emerging research also shows that...
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