Rethinking the Human-Animal Bond

Why human-animal relationships belong in mental health conversations.

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When Therapy Dogs Meet Justice-Involved Youth

Renata Roma Ph.D. on November 6, 2025

A new review maps and synthesizes studies on canine-assisted interventions among justice-involved youth. Outcomes are promising but somewhat mixed.

A new review maps and synthesizes studies on canine-assisted interventions among justice-involved youth. Outcomes are promising but somewhat mixed.

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When Pet Loss Becomes Big Business

Renata Roma Ph.D. on September 4, 2025

Pet loss is gaining recognition, and this shift is set to reshape industries from insurance to digital support while redefining mental health care.

Pet loss is gaining recognition, and this shift is set to reshape industries from insurance to digital support while redefining mental health care.

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Healing Family Splits

Cut-offs cut deep and wide, their emotional impact reverberating far beyond the combatants. Because much of the suffering is hidden, repair is challenging for everyone, not least of all therapists.

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