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Service dogs: A lifeline for veterans battling PTSD
Conducted over the last decade, this research by a dedicated team has explored whether trained service dogs can assist veterans suffering from PTSD, a mental health issue spurred by traumatic events.
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NEW DELHI: Service dogs can significantly alleviate symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans, a new study published in June 2024 in the JAMA Network Open confirms.
Conducted over the last decade, this research by a dedicated team has explored whether trained service dogs can assist veterans suffering from PTSD, a mental health issue spurred by traumatic events.
The clinical trial, the first and largest of its kind, assessed 156 post-9/11 veterans from K9s For Warriors' waitlist, showing that those who received service dogs reported notably milder symptoms and better versions of life.
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