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IMAGE: Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach, professor of social work, gives a high-five to her dog, Henderson. Hoy-Gerlach is the lead author on a new study that finds emotional support animals can provide. view more
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A team led by a social work researcher at The University of Toledo has published the first empirical evidence that emotional support animals can provide quantifiable benefits to individuals with serious mental illness who are experiencing depression, anxiety and loneliness.
The research brings credence to the many anecdotal reports of emotional support animals having positive impacts on chronic mental health issues.