Can cats help teens with disabilities? new study explores Feline-Assisted training
NCT ID NCT05950672
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study tested a new program where early teens with developmental disabilities and their family cats participated in structured training sessions. The goal was to see if the program could improve the bond between the teen and their cat, and encourage the teen to take part in cat care activities like walking. The study involved 36 families and measured changes in the cat's attachment style and the teen's involvement.
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Oregon State University
Corvallis, Oregon, 97331, United States
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