- Paperback: 352 pages
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd (4 May 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0684851636
- ISBN-13: 978-0684851631
- Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.5 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 210,540 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The beneficial effect of animals on humans has been known for centuries. This text looks at all aspects of Animal Assisted Therapy, including the theories behind it, to provide both a practical guide and emotional journey.
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A general introduction
'Creature Comfort' is a book for everyone about the potential health benefits that can be derived from the company of a wide range of animals including dogs, cats, horses, dolphins and rabbits to name but a few.
'Creature Comfort' is a book for everyone about the potential health benefits that can be derived from the company of a wide range of animals including dogs, cats, horses, dolphins and rabbits to name but a few.
The book features research findings; my own personal experiences in this field; case histories; personal accounts and detailed information on organisations engaged in Animal Assisted Therapy.
I've attempted to make this reading experience as pleasurable as possible but please be advised, however, that given the nature of the activities described, there will be points along the way where tears may fall.
Bernie Graham
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Format:Paperback
This is one of those great books that you can enjoy reading for its human qualities and at the same time come away feeling like you've learned alot about something important. I would recommend it to those people who, like me, watch and enjoy 'Animal Hospital' or 'Vets in Practice' but would like learn a bit more about exactly what is going on between us and the animals we are close to. I work in Mental Health and have seen the positive effects that animals can have, particularly on those who are unwell. We all know instinctively that being around animals is good for the body and soul. This book tells us why, and does so in just the right way. There are 2 or 3 of my family/ friends who will be getting this book for Christmas.
Format:Paperback
A book suitable for professionals, animal lovers and people suffering from physical and mental health problems. The books covers a wide range of animal therapies, conventional and not so conventional. The author tries to write about animal therapies from a variety of different perspectives, including the ethical issues raised by some of the therapy programmes. What I particularly enjoyed was the author's inclusion of relevant research supporting the use of animal therapy for people with health problems. Overall, a very enjoyable book which made me laugh and cry.
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How our relationships with animals can benefit our health.
25 Mar 2000
Format:Paperback
This book provided me with the perfect introduction to a fascinating subject. Bernie Graham writes in a chatty, accessible style, while at the same time getting across to the reader a great deal of well-sourced information.
The book uses plenty of real-life examples to illustrate how animals can help human beings cope with illness. As I work in the Mental-Health field I was particularly struck by the opening example of a young dog's part in improvement of the health of a man suffering from depression. It rang some very familiar bells, and it was good to have some of the scientific background explained concisely and in a refreshingly jargon-free manner.
Mr Graham has a clear empathy for both patients and animals, as well as a considered and reasonable approach. This is not a book that says 'get a cat and you'll be cured', but one which studies the part animals can play alongside more conventional treatments. For me, this means that the book takes you on a journey rather than tries to win you over, and is all the more convincing for it.
In places it reminded me of some of Oliver Sacks' books with all its keen observations and attention to detail, combined with its very human, life-affirming qualities. There's some good jokes, too.
The book didn't leave me feeling like an expert, but then it didn't try to. Rather it gave me a taste of the whole intruiging topic, and left me wanting to know and learn more. It was helpful, then, to find plenty of further resources and contacts listed at the end of the book.
In all, the perfect introduction to Animal Assisted Therapy, and ideal for anyone interested in animals and our relationships with them.
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