VetSRev
Database of veterinary systematic reviews
Database of veterinary systematic reviews
Complement Ther Clin Pract (2020) 39: 101101
DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2020.101101
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Individuals with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) experience a variety of challenges in daily life and equine-assisted therapies (EATs) have grown in popularity for children with ADHD. This review aims to examine the effectiveness of EATs on behavioural, psychological and physical symptoms in the treatment of children with ADHD. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A systematic search of databases (Cochrane Library, Embase, Emcare, ERIC, MEDLINE, OTseeker, ProQuest, PsycINFO and Scopus) was conducted in February 2019. Methodological quality of the studies was assessed using a modified McMaster critical appraisal tool. RESULTS: Ten studies met the inclusion criteria and overall, positive trends were identified in behavioural, psychological and physical outcome measures following the participation in an EAT. However, due to methodological constraints, caution is required when interpreting these findings. CONCLUSION: While EAT may offer some positive benefits for children with ADHD, further methodologically robust research is required before definitive recommendations can be made.
White, E., Zippel, J., & Kumar, S. (2020). The effect of equine-assisted therapies on behavioural, psychological and physical symptoms for children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder: A systematic review. Complement Ther Clin Pract, 39, 101101. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctcp.2020.101101 Male, Humans, Child, Health Status, Mental Health, *Equine-Assisted Therapy, Animal-assisted therapy, Hippotherapy, Equine-assisted therapy, Adhd, Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity/complications/*therapy, Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, Child Behavior