The Different Types Of Healing Therapies

Pet And Music Therapy

Two of the most simple, yet effective forms of therapy are pet and music therapy. Both pets and music are two of the most positive and loved topics for many reasons. Using them as forms of therapy shouldn't be a shock to anyone, as they simply bring out the best in everyone. Pet therapy is often given in hospitals to patients with various illnesses. In this practice, a professional would bring a trained therapy pet (usually a dog) into the room and have the patient interact with them. Regarding physical and mental health, pet therapy is known to lower blood pressure, reduce physical pain, decrease anxiety, and reduce loneliness.

Music therapy works in a similar fashion. The professional analyzes their client to figure out what their specific needs are and then has them listen to or sing along to a particular song. While these forms of therapy may seem a bit hard to believe, do not underestimate them. The power of pet and music therapy to heal is one that can help overcome the worst of tragedies.

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