Quasi-Experimental Single-Subject Design: Comparing Seeking Safety and Canine-Assisted Therapy Interventions Among Mentally Ill Female Inmates

This repeated measures quasi-experimental study evaluated the effectiveness of 2 interventions, Seeking Safety and canine-assisted therapy, with female prisoners with trauma histories on a mental health unit. Results indicate both are effective at reducing anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stre...

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Main Author: Holman, Leigh F. (Author)
Contributors: Ellmo, Frances ; Johnson, Re'Sean ; Wilkerson, Shelly
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2020
In: Journal of addictions & offender counseling
Year: 2020, Volume: 41, Issue: 1, Pages: 35-51
Online Access: Volltext (lizenzpflichtig)
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Keywords:
Seeking Safety
Animal-assisted therapy
Female Inmates
Mentally ill offenders
Single-case design
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Summary:This repeated measures quasi-experimental study evaluated the effectiveness of 2 interventions, Seeking Safety and canine-assisted therapy, with female prisoners with trauma histories on a mental health unit. Results indicate both are effective at reducing anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder.
ISSN:2161-1874
DOI:10.1002/jaoc.12074