Impact of Service Dogs on Mental Health of Military Veterans with PTSD
A clinical trial funded by NIH looked into how service dogs benefit PTSD-diagnosed veterans, finding a 66% lower chance of a PTSD diagnosis in veterans with service dogs. Veterans reported improvements in emotional and social well-being.
Key Points
- First clinical trial funded by NIH on service dogs for veterans with PTSD
- Service dogs found to be life-saving and life-transforming for veterans
Pros
- Veterans with service dogs had a 66% lower chance of PTSD diagnosis
- Improved emotional and social well-being reported by veterans