Research has found that those who interact with dogs can significantly reduce their anxiety and improve their moods.

Pediatric emergency departments could turn to dogs to reduce anxious kids and parents alike, potentially offering an alternative to medications, new data suggest. The randomized clinical trial of 80 ...

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Anxious patients are being coaxed into the chair at the dentist's office by a new kind of dental assistant — dental therapy ...

Researchers suggest animal visitation programs could be a vital tool for supporting student mental health during the transition to university life. Study: Effects of an Animal-Assisted Drop-In Program ...

We live in stressful times. People have almost daily encounters with stressors that produce anxiety, including financial issues, political concerns, family difficulties, and interpersonal problems, ...

Bailey, a 5-year-old therapy dog in Americus, recognizes emotional struggles in EMS workers before trained professionals ...

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (WTVF) — A Brentwood dental practice has found a furry solution to help patients overcome one of the most common fears: dental anxiety. Brentwood Dental Excellence's therapy dog, Chai ...

Your instincts are right—your dog is helping your mental health.

Two certified therapy dogs at Albany International Airport are doing more than just calming passenger nerves - they're ...