Equine-Assisted Services: Studies Illustrating the Potential Benefits for Children, Adolescents and Adults – Lori Kogan

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How can interactions with horses contribute to human health, wellbeing, learning, and personal development? What does scientific research reveal about their potential benefits?

Equine-Assisted Services: Studies Illustrating the Potential Benefits for Children, Adolescents and Adults, edited by Professor Lori Kogan, explores the developing field of equine-assisted services through a collection of research studies.

Horses are increasingly involved in programmes designed to support individuals across different age groups and circumstances. From therapeutic and educational settings to activities focused on emotional wellbeing and personal development, equine-assisted services encompass a diverse range of approaches.

This book examines the potential benefits of these services while emphasising the importance of scientific investigation, appropriate methodology, and evidence-based practice.

Key Areas of Interest

• Equine-Assisted Services – Exploring the range of structured activities and interventions involving horses.

• Children and Adolescents – Investigating potential developmental, emotional, social, and behavioural benefits.

• Adult Participants – Examining the role of equine-assisted programmes in supporting adult wellbeing.

• Human–Horse Interactions – Considering how relationships and experiences involving horses may contribute to positive outcomes.

• Research and Evidence – Reviewing studies that investigate the effectiveness and potential applications of equine-assisted services.

• Professional Practice – Supporting a more informed understanding of the opportunities and limitations of horse-related interventions.

Connecting Research and Practice

As interest in equine-assisted services continues to grow, reliable scientific evidence is essential for understanding what these programmes can offer, who may benefit, and how their outcomes should be evaluated.

By bringing together research involving different populations, this publication provides a valuable perspective on the opportunities and complexities associated with equine-assisted interventions.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is particularly relevant for:

• Equine-assisted service practitioners

• Psychologists and mental health professionals

• Occupational therapists and rehabilitation specialists

• Educators and special education professionals

• Researchers in human–animal interaction

• Students of psychology, social sciences, and equine studies

• Professionals developing or evaluating equine-assisted programmes

A research-focused resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the potential benefits of equine-assisted services and the scientific evidence behind them.