Service Dogs: A Lifeline for Veterans Battling PTSD

A study published in JAMA Network Open found that service dogs alleviate PTSD symptoms in veterans. The clinical trial involved 156 veterans, showing those with service dogs reported less severe symptoms and improved quality of life. The findings underscore the potential lifesaving benefits of service dogs for veterans.

Arizona, Jun 27 (The Conversation) – Service dogs can significantly alleviate symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans, a new study published in June 2024 in the JAMA Network Open confirms.

Conducted over the last decade, this research by a dedicated team has explored whether trained service dogs can assist veterans suffering from PTSD, a mental health issue spurred by traumatic events.

The clinical trial, the first and largest of its kind, assessed 156 post-9/11 veterans from K9s For Warriors' waitlist, showing that those who received service dogs reported notably milder symptoms and better versions of life.

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