Dogs may help kids with autism control emotions, new study says
NCT ID NCT05803343
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at whether adding a therapy dog to a group behavioral program helps children with autism manage their emotions better. About 240 children with autism who have trouble controlling emotions will take part. The program teaches emotion regulation skills, and some children will have a trained dog present during sessions to see if it boosts engagement and learning.
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Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
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