bigdog
09-10-2009, 09:25 AM
I read a good article (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32511651/ns/health-kids_and_parenting/)about autism today, and pets helping kids with this.
Autism is a developmental disorder that involves behaviors such as poor eye contact, trouble communicating and repetitive movements such as rocking or hand-flapping. Those with the disorder are prone to outbursts and may have trouble with changes in their environment.
The dogs are trained to be a calming influence, providing a constant between home, school and other new places.
There are a few great charities doing this work, including this one http://www.autismdogservices.ca/News.html
Autism is a developmental disorder that involves behaviors such as poor eye contact, trouble communicating and repetitive movements such as rocking or hand-flapping. Those with the disorder are prone to outbursts and may have trouble with changes in their environment.
The dogs are trained to be a calming influence, providing a constant between home, school and other new places.
There are a few great charities doing this work, including this one http://www.autismdogservices.ca/News.html