A new study shows the specific effects on the brain of engaging in different types of activities with dogs.
More specifically, new research shows that time spent interacting with canines reduces stress levels and increases the power of brain waves associated with relaxation and concentration. This is according to a study published in the journal PLOS ONE, authored by Onyoo Yoo and other colleagues from Konkuk University in South Korea.
While canine therapy is widely used in places like hospitals and schools, the study aimed to study the specific effects on the brain of each different dog activity.
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