In the Lab

Rise in Pets as Therapy for Mental Conditions

Animals Help People With Autism, PTSD, Other Conditions Function Day-to-Day

Nov. 4, 2013 7:05 p.m. ET

Animals increasingly are being used to assist patients with mental disorders, as evidence grows that they can help people with autism, PTSD and other conditions function in their everyday lives.

The assistants are usually dogs but sometimes can include miniature horses, chinchillas or other animals.

Some are highly trained...

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