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Pauleen Bennett is a professor of psychology at La Trobe University specializing in anthrozoology. Nancy A.

Known for: Companion Animal-Assisted Wellbeing: Using Pets for Mental Health

Books by Pauleen Bennett, Nancy A. Pachana, and Tiffani Howell

Companion Animal-Assisted Wellbeing: Using Pets for Mental Health

Companion Animal-Assisted Wellbeing: Using Pets for Mental Health

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This book explores the role of companion animals in promoting human mental health and wellbeing. It examines psychological, social, and therapeutic dimensions of human–animal relationships, integrating research findings and practical applications for clinicians and pet owners. The authors discuss how pets can support emotional resilience, reduce loneliness, and contribute to overall psychological wellness.

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The Historical and Cultural Context of Human–Animal Relationships

Our relationship with animals has deep historical roots, formed long before we had the words to describe it. From early hunter-gatherer societies that honored animals as spiritual allies to modern households where pets are beloved family members, the connection has evolved alongside human civilizati...

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Theoretical Frameworks of Animal-Assisted Wellbeing

To appreciate how animals influence our psychological state, we must explore the theories that shape our understanding of emotional processes. Attachment theory provides one key perspective: just as infants form secure attachments with caregivers, adults can form emotional bonds with animals that fo...

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About Pauleen Bennett, Nancy A. Pachana, and Tiffani Howell

Pauleen Bennett is a professor of psychology at La Trobe University specializing in anthrozoology. Nancy A. Pachana is a clinical psychologist and professor at the University of Queensland, known for her work in geropsychology. Tiffani Howell is a researcher in human–animal interaction and animal we...

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Pauleen Bennett is a professor of psychology at La Trobe University specializing in anthrozoology. Nancy A. Pachana is a clinical psychologist and professor at the University of Queensland, known for her work in geropsychology. Tiffani Howell is a researcher in human–animal interaction and animal welfare at La Trobe University.

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