Researchers from the University of Lincoln are investigating whether family pets can help children with autism. BBC Look North's Vicky Johnson reports.
Daniel Mills, Professor of Veterinary Behavioural Medicine, who is overseeing the research project said: "There is an enormous amount of anecdotal information out there to suggest that dogs can not only help children with Autism Spectrum Disorder but also that they may help alleviate stress within the family more generally. There is, however, a lack of good science to show exactly what the effect is or how reliable it is."
The project is being run with in partnership with the UK charity Dogs for the Disabled. The Parents Autism Workshops and Support (PAWS) at the university offers families the chance to develop the potential of the pet relationship through a series of workshops and on-line support.
Professor Mills continued: "We hope through this study to be able to pinpoint and quantify specific benefits for carers so they can have realistic expectations and get the most from their relationship with a dog. We have a great team and I am very optimistic that this work will lead to direct benefits for many families and individuals."
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Daniel Mills, Professor of Veterinary Behavioural Medicine, who is overseeing the research project said: "There is an enormous amount of anecdotal information out there to suggest that dogs can not only help children with Autism Spectrum Disorder but also that they may help alleviate stress within the family more generally. There is, however, a lack of good science to show exactly what the effect is or how reliable it is."
The project is being run with in partnership with the UK charity Dogs for the Disabled. The Parents Autism Workshops and Support (PAWS) at the university offers families the chance to develop the potential of the pet relationship through a series of workshops and on-line support.
Professor Mills continued: "We hope through this study to be able to pinpoint and quantify specific benefits for carers so they can have realistic expectations and get the most from their relationship with a dog. We have a great team and I am very optimistic that this work will lead to direct benefits for many families and individuals."
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