Tag: animals
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Nature’s Prescription: How Farm Life Is Transforming Mental Health Care
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss about a unique therapeutic approach at Jubilee Healing Farm in Orange County. This farm retreat is offering mental health patients a chance to heal through nature. A Gentle Transition Learn how farm life provides a supportive environment for reintegrating…
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Schools and Hospitals Embrace Animal Therapy Programs
On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Erin Cain discuss the science behind animal-assisted therapy and the unique benefits it offers for people of all ages. Stress Buster Interacting with animals triggers the release of calming hormones, lowering stress levels and improving mood. This makes animal-assisted therapy helpful for those dealing with anxiety or…
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Wally the Emotional Support Alligator: Stolen, Dumped, Now Missing
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss about a man’s emotional support alligator, Wally, who was stolen and released into a swamp. Wally’s Unusual Role Wally the alligator served as an emotional support animal, helping his owner cope with depression. While unusual, this highlights the strong…
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Therapy Dogs in Schools: Boosting Moods and Attendance
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest CEO and founder of Birthify Dawn Thompson discuss the emotional benefits of having dogs in educational settings. Dogs Help Kids Cope Therapy dogs provide a calming presence for students struggling with anxiety or difficult emotions, promoting a sense of well-being. Dogs Boost Belonging…
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Pet Loss Grief: Should Workplaces Offer Bereavement Leave?
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Joann ‘JoJo’ Venant discuss the growing trend of pet bereavement leave in the workplace. Pets are Family For many people, especially those without children, pets are cherished family members. Underestimating the grief their loss can cause is unfair and insensitive. Grief &…
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My Dog Was My World. How Do I Move on After They’re Gone?
A viewer is having a hard time coping with losing their dog. He felt like his dog was more like family than “just a pet.” On “Life Quakes,” hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Dr. Jude Black offers advice on how how to cope with the sadness. Feel your feelings Don’t bottle up your…
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Therapy Dog, Dolly, Is Spreading Joy and Boosting Mental Health
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Joann ‘JoJo’ Venant discuss about Dolly, the Australian Labradoodle who’s become a chief morale officer in her Indiana town. Therapy Dogs: More Than Just Pets Animals offer unconditional love and a calming presence. Therapy dogs undergo special training to bring joy, comfort,…
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Your Pet is Your Therapist (And You Didn’t Even Know It)
Pets aren’t just our furry family members – they’re powerful allies for our mental health! On ‘Mental Breakthroughs’ host Patricia Wu and guest Dr. Jude Black discuss how pets aren’t just our furry family members – they’re powerful allies for our mental health. Stress Busters Pets lower our levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, helping…
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The Nose Knows: How Scent Connects You to Your Dog
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines,” hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Jude Black discuss the new study from the Czech Republic suggesting that many dog owners can accurately identify their dog’s unique scent from a lineup. The Science of Smell Humans have a stronger sense of smell than we often think. This study…
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Your Pet May Be Gone, But Are They Really? Comforting Paranormal Encounters
On “What’s Trending,” hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest MHTN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Bober discuss the phenomenon of pet owners sensing the presence of their deceased animals. Paranormal pet encounters Many pet owners report sensing their deceased pets in various ways, often finding the experiences comforting Scientific perspective While the existence of…