Recent studies have shown that the mentally ill and those who suffer from depression tend to get some relief from playing with animals. A child who has a pet was found to be more active and more immune to diseases. Interaction with animals have been found to lower blood pressure and heart rate, decrease in stress levels, dependence, control of anger, anxiety, tension and increased confidence, self-esteem and patience. Children who suffer from emotional disorders and bipolar can be healed slowly and improvement in their health and behavior observed if they are made to relate to horses. Those who have benefited from this aggressive behavior therapy with the result that became calmer and more receptive to suggestions and conversations. This type of therapy is called equine therapy that has been gaining ground rapidly, mainly an ambulatory treatment because of their rapid implementation results.
A horse is an animal who will be loyal to the command of master without any expectations. They are generally non-committal on obeying the orders of his master. Autistic children will concentrate on how to develop a relationship with the animal and they will begin to express themselves using new signs or words. How to get relationship deepens and the horse starts to obey the child commands its increases in self-esteem and with it, non-verbal communication, self-awareness and accountability. Horses are specially trained in this respect and caution and precaution is taken in this method the maximum.
As the horse reacts to different orders or requests by the affected person, he or she can gain insight into their behaviour, feelings, patterns, borders, etc. The equine therapy classes can involve riding Mount or dismount but can also have activities such as overloading, vaulting, walking or maintenance. In fact, they are made to participate in all aspects of decision-making provided food, exercise, grooming and horse riding etc. After some time, an occupational therapist may ask questions to the child about the relationship and devise plans and standards to facilitate recovery. The unusual bond can build trust, respect, affection and self-control that autistic children can be useful in their future lives.
Parents wishing to enrol their children in equine therapy classes will need to check the sessions in the hospital or the ranch. They must check the type of therapy is suitable for their children. Therapy is also called as "Therapeutic Riding".
Are also found similar to horses, dogs trained to provide an increase in activity and social behavior for children suffering from autism and Asperger syndrome.
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