Animal-Assisted Interventions for Emotional and Mental Health, Conversations with Pioneers of the Field

Animal-Assisted Interventions for Emotional and Mental Health: Conversations with Pioneers of the Field

A collection of interviews with pioneering experts in animal-assisted interventions (AAI) and their applications in emotional and mental health. Edited by Cynthia K. Chandler and Tiffany L. Otting, the book presents diverse international perspectives on the values, principles, practices, and development of AAI, offering insights for practitioners, educators, researchers, and future professionals.

Key Features

• Animal-assisted interventions (AAI)
• Emotional and mental health applications
• Interviews with pioneers in the field
• Expert perspectives from the U.S., U.K., Israel, India, and Hong Kong
• Core beliefs and values underlying AAI
• Professional experiences and practical insights
• Guidance for practitioners and educators
• Research perspectives and field development
• International approaches to AAI
• Useful for practitioners, teachers, and researchers