Human Animal Partnerships and Interactions Lab
The Human-Animal Partnerships and Interactions (HAPI) Lab focuses on biopsychosocial outcomes of human-canine and human-equine interactions.
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Suggested Articles
How Equine Communication Transforms Trauma Healing
Discover how equine-assisted mental health uses the unique nonverbal communication of horses to transform trauma healing, offering powerful breakthroughs for PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
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Navigating Grief in Equine-Assisted Services Programs
Discover how equine-assisted services practitioners navigate the emotional and practical challenges of losing a program horse, with insights on grief, memorials, and community support.
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Can Pets Save Lives? How Our Furry Friends Might Help Prevent Suicide
A scoping review of 30 studies examines how pets may influence suicide risk, highlighting their potential as sources of emotional support and purpose while also noting situations where pet-related stress, loss, or barriers can increase vulnerability.
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