There is a growing evidence-base for the impact horses have on mental health and well-being. HMH is pleased to provide a summary of peer-reviewed research supporting the benefit horses have for mental health and well-being. Click the button below to read / download reference lists by population and abstracts. Thank you to Nerds for Herds for compiling this resource.
Arenas for Change (ARCH) teaches a framework of facilitation for mental health, organizational development and personal growth incorporating horses.
Abijah’s on the Backside partners with racetracks around the U.S. and Europe to provide on-site mental health services incorporating off-track thoroughbreds.
The American Horse Council works daily to advocate for the social, economic and legislative interests of the United States equine industry, including equine-assisted services.
Thoroughbred Assisted, home of Racing to Relate R&D, is an innovative and collaborative knowledge platform to share resources, champion best practice, and engage with audiences in racing, thoroughbred aftercare, and equine-assisted services.
Horses and Humans Research Foundation serves as a catalyst to advance global knowledge, through research, of horse-human interactions and their impact on health and wellness.
Nerds for Herds provides science-based research and program evaluation consulting for professionals and programs who incorporate animals in therapy and learning services.
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