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Thursday, May 3, 2012
Dolphins Influence on Autistic Children
I was watching a video on youtube about austic children interacting with dolphins, and the effects this had on child. The program takes place in Florida and offers ten sessions for a child to interact with a dolphin. The particular child they focused in on had made a lot of progress during the two weeks according to his parents. He was able to connect and interact with the dolphin, which led him to be more vocal then he has been in the past. As the video goes on, the concern for this type of therapy was brought up, as some people think that this type of therapy should not be considered therapy, as it may not have lasting effects. I know there are many people who may not think highly of animal assisted therapy, but I am completely opposite. I think animals have so much to offer, as children can interact to them very easily and connect. I personally have seen how dogs can have a true impact on a child with a disability and I think many types of animal assisted therapy is very beneficial.
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I wonder why children work so well with animals. Even more so than with people. Perhaps it's because they know that they don't expect anything back from them, so they are at ease? WHat do you think?
ReplyDeleteI think that animals can be a comfort to a child. I think there is no pressure with animals, as there can be with humans. Animals are also very relatable, which I think can really be beneficial for the children.
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