Several studies have shown that spending time with animals can reduce problems such as depression, stress and anxiety, and increase positive thinking and happiness levels. As a herd animal, horses in particular are attuned to the feelings of others and are an ideal calming influence.
 |
| ALISON CHAIR - MIND CRAFTS |
Some of the direct benefits of equine therapy include the following: ... Interacting daily with horses improves overall well-being, self-esteem and self-confidence in people suffering from social anxiety, panic disorders, phobias and substance addiction
 |
Christine - MIND CRAFTS
|
Research shows that Equine-Assisted Therapy is effective for treating adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, and/or trauma-related symptoms, as well as ADHD, autism, dissociative disorders, and other mental health diagnoses.
 |
ALISA WITH ODETTE
|
Research has confirmed many equine therapy benefits. It lowers your blood pressure and heart rate, alleviates stress and reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression. Equine therapy also helps people struggling with addictions or mental illness.
 |
JAN WITH ODETTE - MIND CRAFTS
|
 |
ALISON - MIND CRAFTS - WITH JAS
|
 |
JOAN - MIND CRAFTS - WITH TED
|
It's well known that horses offer therapeutic benefits. New research is showing how they can help people with dementia and their caregivers.
 |
SYLVIA - MIND CRAFTS - WITH ODETTE
|
