Paws and relax: therapy dogs may ease grad student stress
NCT ID NCT07036354
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 18, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study looks at whether interacting with a therapy dog can reduce anxiety and stress in graduate students. Thirty first-year grad students will have their stress levels measured through saliva tests and pain sensitivity checks before and after spending time with a dog. The goal is to see if regular dog visits can help students feel calmer and less stressed.
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Wichita State University
Wichita, Kansas, 67202, United States
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