Abstract
Global youth psychological disorder prevalence has increased exponentially. Therefore, a drastic increase in mental health care utilization is expected. Since traditional approaches to the treatment of adult psychological disorders are ineffective with youth, alternative approaches to treatment of youth psychological disorders must be considered. One such approach is equine assisted psychotherapy (EAP), a person-centered, experiential approach using horses during the treatment of psychological disorders and the basis of the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (Eagala) model–based programming. This article presents the quantitative research findings of a study investigating the effectiveness of the Eagala model–based EAP programming in the treatment of youth psychological disorders. YOQ 30.2 measures analysis suggests Eagala model-based EAP may be more effective in the treatment of some psychological disorders and not in others. This study was limited by a small sample size and lack of a comparison/control group. Therefore, caution must be exercised when drawing conclusions based on study findings.
Recommended Citation
Ryan, Kimberley D. and McKenzie, Tammy L.B.
(2025)
"Use of Eagala Model–Based Psychotherapy for Youth Psychological Disorders,"
People and Animals: The International Journal of Research and Practice: Vol. 8
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Iss.
1,
Article 6.
Available at:
https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/paij/vol8/iss1/6
