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Title: How Autism Assistance Canines Enhance the Lives of Autistic Children.
Authors: Morgan, Sinéad1 Sineadmorgan2016@gmail.com, O'Byrne, Dr Anne1
Source: Inquiry (00469580). 8/24/2023, p1-9. 9p.
Subject Terms: *Child development, *Research methodology, *Qualitative research, *Experience, *Learning, *Family relations, Treatment of autism, Research evaluation, Pet therapy, Social change, Interviewing, Pets, Human-animal relationships, Thematic analysis, Judgment sampling, Statistical sampling, Social skills, Service animals
Geographic Terms: Ireland
Abstract: The primary objective of this qualitative study was to examine the emerging phenomenon regarding the use of autism assistance canines to support the development of autistic children. Following an evaluation and analysis of literature and national educational policies, it became apparent that, to date, little research has been conducted regarding the concept of animal assisted education within Irish society. Therefore, this qualitative research study aimed to increase the body of research in order to inform future policy makers. Data were gathered using 9 semi structured interviews which explored the attitudes, experiences and perceptions of parents, canine handlers and teachers. Thematic analysis was used to assess, analyse, code and identify themes. The results clearly indicated that an autism assistance canine can positively enhance the life experience of an autistic child in Irish society. More specifically, this study found that an autism assistance canine can positively influence the behavior, safety, social interaction, independent functioning, companionship, language development, educational experience and the family life of an autistic child. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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