Horse therapy shows promise for autism Self-Control
NCT ID NCT05846932
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tested whether occupational therapy that includes horses can help autistic youth improve self-regulation, such as managing emotions and reducing problem behaviors. 73 participants received 10 weeks of therapy and provided saliva samples to measure stress markers. Researchers compared horse-involved therapy to standard clinic-based therapy to see if the horses made a difference.
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Temple Grandin Equine Center
Denver, Colorado, 80216, United States
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