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🐶A special welcome to Ludo, a visiting therapy dog, who made a positive difference today! 🐕🦺Therapy dog programs in inpatient mental health care settings are proving to be a valuable asset in enhancing patient well-being and recovery. 🦮Research highlights that therapy dogs can improve mood, decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety, and promote socialisation among patients. 🧩However, implementing these programs isn't without challenges. Practical issues, such as environmental factors and the need for clear policies, must be addressed. ⚖️Additionally, the ethical considerations surrounding the use of animals in therapy, particularly ensuring the welfare of the dogs, are paramount. 🔑We need to expand research on the impact of therapy dogs on staff well-being and develop comprehensive guidelines to manage these programs effectively. By doing so, we can better support vulnerable populations and ensure the success and sustainability of these interventions. #MentalHealth #TherapyDogs #AnimalAssistedTherapy #PatientCare #HealthcareInnovation

A newly published literature review by Barcelos et al (2024) has explored what is known of the impact of canine behavioural problems on caregiver wellbeing, proposing three key areas to target with interventions to support dog-owner dyads. Read the review in full: https://bit.ly/3Y22ORI

A newly published literature review by Barcelos et al (2024) has explored what is known of the impact of canine behavioural problems on caregiver wellbeing, proposing three key areas to target with interventions to support dog-owner dyads. Read the review in full: https://bit.ly/3Y22ORI

A newly published literature review by Barcelos et al (2024) has explored what is known of the impact of canine behavioural problems on caregiver wellbeing, proposing three key areas to target with interventions to support dog-owner dyads. Read the review in full: https://bit.ly/3Y22ORI

A newly published literature review by Barcelos et al (2024) has explored what is known of the impact of canine behavioural problems on caregiver wellbeing, proposing three key areas to target with interventions to support dog-owner dyads. Read the review in full: https://bit.ly/3Y22ORI

Prevent Blindness has once again declared August as Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month! The goal is to educate parents, caregivers, professionals and policy makers on the important role vision and eye health plays in a child’s development, learning ability and social engagement. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/2CKf50SPyU5. #ophthalmologist #ophthalmology #youngophthalmologists #eyecare

Prevent Blindness has once again declared August as Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month! The goal is to educate parents, caregivers, professionals and policy makers on the important role vision and eye health plays in a child’s development, learning ability and social engagement. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/2CKf50SPyU5. #ophthalmologist #ophthalmology #youngophthalmologists #eyecare

Common Eye Issues in Children Do you know the common eye issues children face? 🧐 Conditions like nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and amblyopia (lazy eye) are prevalent among kids. Early signs can include squinting, sitting too close to the TV, or difficulty reading. Understanding these signs and seeking prompt medical advice can help ensure your child's vision stays on track. Stay informed and proactive about your child's eye health! 📚🌿 #ChildrensEyeHealth #EyeCare #StayInformed

Our Integrated Pediatric Primary Care: A Primer Series CONTINUES! Check out our latest module: The Case for Managing Pediatric Behavioral Health Concerns in Primary Care Take it on HealtheKnowledge today ➡️ bit.ly/3UWmRj8

Have your voice heard!!! TELL US -Your experiences of feeding yourselves, your family and your community. -Have you experienced any positive changes or challenges in the last few years? -How are you cooing with any challenges? -Have you had any support? From whom? -What one thing would make a difference for you, your family and/or your community? AND/OR TELL US your experiences of feeding an infant as a mother/carer or a health worker? - What are your experiences, practices and perceptions on infants and yound child feeding, in the last three years? - What is working and what is not? - What changes do you think would promote more effective infant and young child feeding practices and perceptions? Link below to submit and for more information! https://lnkd.in/ekThfGW3