Equine Assisted Services Wednesday check in 2/24/21

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Today's check in is on Equine Assisted Services or EAS.

What is Equine Therapy? Ima glad you asked!.

For centuries there has been a connection, fascination and admiration of horses and the power and grace that they exude. Horses are non-judgemental and can mirror human emotion which allows for positive therapeutic moments with seniors and those individuals with special needs.

Equine therapy is therapy that encompasses a range of treatments that involve activities with horses and other equines to promote human physical and mental health. The use of EAS has roots in antiquity, and EAS applies to physical health issues in modern form dating to the 1960s. Modern use of horses for mental health treatment dates to the 1990s. Throughout the world, hundreds of thousands of individuals with and without special needs experience the rewarding benefits of equine-assisted services (EAS). A physical, cognitive or emotional special need does not limit a person from interacting with horses. In fact, such interactions can prove highly rewarding. For instance, experiencing the rhythmic motion of a horse can be very beneficial. Riding a horse moves the rider's body in a manner similar to a human gait, so riders with physical needs often show improvement in flexibility, balance and muscle strength.

What can Equine Therapy do?

Whether it's a five-year-old with Down syndrome, a 45-year-old recovering from a spinal cord injury, a senior citizen recovering from a stroke or a teenager struggling with depression, research shows that individuals of all ages who participate in (EAS) Equine Assisted Services can experience physical and emotional rewards. For individuals with emotional challenges, the unique relationship formed with the horse can lead to increased confidence, patience and self-esteem. For teams in the corporate workplace and any individual seeking better leadership, team building or communication skills, working with horses provides a powerful new paradigm.

What issues can EAS help with?

Attention Deficit Disorder

Children with attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have difficulties with attention and self control of behavior. Horseback riding requires attention to the instructor and the horse. Children who participate in a riding program will be taught sequential steps for learning to control their horse and becoming more independent. Riding lessons can be modified in length to accommodate for decreased attention span in the beginning of the program. Children with ADD or ADHD may also benefit from participation in a vaulting program at a PATH Intl. center. Vaulting requires attention and timing for approaching the horse on the lunge line as well as mounting and dismounting. In vaulting, children work in groups requiring self control and teamwork.

Autism

Children and adults with autism participate in a variety of PATH Intl. center programs including riding, driving, vaulting, hippotherapy, and equine-facilitated psychotherapy (EFP). Both equine-assisted activities such as riding or vaulting and equine-assisted therapy such as hippotherapy or psychotherapy can impact the life of a person with autism.

Brain Injuries

People with brain injuries can experience multiple symptoms related to their injury. They may participate in a variety of programs depending on their abilities and goals. People with a brain injury who are seeking to pursue a new recreational outlet may benefit from riding, participants develop skills needed to direct their equine partners through obstacles, cones courses, or on trail rides.

Others include Cerebral Palsy, Cerebrovascular Accident/Stroke

Substance Use Disorders.

Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Stress.

Trauma.

Eating Disorders.

Behavior Disorders.

Traumatic Brain Injury.

Dementia.

Learning Challenges.

So if you love animals look into it. It sounds pawsome.

Question: would you consider Equine therapy?

Question 2: how's your day going?

As always these questions are optional, feel free to say hi pick up or drop off a hug or 2.

Hang tough stay pawsome ur friend and forum supporter 🔥

To learn more

https://www.pathintl.org/resources-education/resources/eaat/60-resources/efpl/247-get-involved-in-efpefl

To volunteer

https://www.pathintl.org/resources-education/resources/eaat?id=36:volunteers&catid=1

PATH INTERNATIONAL

Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.),

https://www.pathintl.org/

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