Psychiatric Service Dogs (PSDs) can provide assistance to people with mental health conditions, including those who experience panic attacks. One of the most common tasks PSDs are trained to perform is called Deep Pressure Therapy (DPT). DPT involves applying pressure to specific [...]
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders represent the most prevalent mental health afflictions in the United States, impacting 40 million adults annually. This article aims to assist individuals grappling with debilitating anxiety, [...]
You may be aware that emotional support animals help people with depression. But can someone diagnosed with depression also be eligible for a service dog? The answer is yes. Depression can be considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Depression can [...]
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health condition that can develop in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. According to the National Center for PTSD, about 7–8% of the US population will experience PTSD at some point in their lives.  [...]
Psychiatric Service Dogs (PSD) are unsung heroes for mental health support. Although service dogs are often linked with physical disabilities, PSDs stand apart with their specialized training to assist individuals with mental illnesses. From depression and anxiety to post-t [...]
For many people, flying is a stressful process. Checking in at a busy airport, finding the right gate on time, and enduring a cramped flight can overwhelm anyone. For people who have a mental health disorder, the experience of traveling is especially anxiety-inducing. Having a ps [...]
Unlike emotional support animals (ESA), you can take a psychiatric service dog (PSD) anywhere a service dog can go. Whether it’s on an airplane, in a hotel, or out in a public park, a psychiatric service dog can accompany its handler just about anywhere. What is a Psychiatric Ser [...]
Flying with your dog can be stressful — you don’t want to risk sending them in a crate with baggage. If the airline can lose your luggage, they can lose your dog. Before January 2021, you were allowed to fly with your dog in the cabin of the plane if you qualified for an Emotiona [...]
The sunny Golden State of California is known for its beautiful Pacific Coast beaches and its Hollywood magic. The state is also home to almost 40 million people. According to the California Health Care Foundation, one of the most common health conditions identified in California [...]
There are significant differences between a service animal and an emotional support animal (ESA), but they have one major thing in common—to help people with a disorder or a disability overcome their hardships. Even though both ESA and service animals are assistance animals, thei [...]