动物辅助疗法在儿童教育和心理治疗中的应用进展

Progress in application of animal-assisted therapy in children’s education and psychotherapy

动物辅助疗法是一种新兴的治疗方式,其使用动物来提升个体的身心健康、社会交往和认知能力,是一种有效且有价值的干预手段。在教育领域,动物的参与能够营造一个更具吸引力和宁静包容的学习环境,从而增强儿童的学习动力和参与度。在治疗环境中,动物的加入能够激励儿童更积极地参与治疗。本文综述了动物辅助疗法的起源、治疗机制及其在儿童教育、辅助改善残障儿童身体机能、儿童心理治疗中的应用情况,并对其未来在医疗教育领域的应用进行了思考和展望。

Animal-assisted therapy is an emerging treatment approach that utilizes animals to enhance individuals’physical and mental health,social interaction,and cognitive abilities.It is an effective and valuable intervention method.In the field of education,the presence of animals can create a more attractive and peaceful learning environment,thereby enhancing children’s learning motivation and engagement.In the therapeutic environment,the inclusion of animals can encourage children to participate more actively in therapy.The article summarizes the origins,treatment mechanisms,and applications of animal-assisted therapy to children’s education,assisting in improving the physical functions of disabled children,and psychological therapy for children.It also reflects on and anticipates its future applications in the field of medical education.