There’s research suggesting that these four-legged “battle buddies” can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. But ...

Service dogs can alleviate some symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder for veterans, according to a study our team published in June 2024 in the medical journal JAMA Network Open. Building off our ...

What Are the Best Dog Breeds for People with Anxiety? Breeds that make excellent emotional support dogs include Golden retrievers, Labrador retrievers, Cavalier King Charles spaniels, Pugs, and Basset ...

A warning — this story contains the topic of suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 for help. At what he calls the lowest point in his ...

Retired Army First Sgt. Timothy Siebenmorgen, left, and retired Marine Corps Cpl. Mark Atkinson sit with their service dogs, Rosie and Lexi on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, in Kansas City, Kan., during a ...

For decades, first responder Paul Jockimo spent his career helping others—never realizing how much help he needed himself.

A woman who was feeling anxious about flying was unexpectedly helped by a fellow passenger with four legs and a wagging tail. Social media user Sophie shared a video on TikTok (@sophie444.jpg) from ...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — After working at a crowded and dangerous internment camp in Iraq, Air Force Staff Sgt. Heather O’Brien brought home with her anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. A ...

After working at a crowded and dangerous internment camp in Iraq, Air Force Staff Sgt. Heather O'Brien brought home with her anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. A bouncy labradoodle and a ...