Service dogs improve the lives of veterans with PTSD - this is how
It is estimated that 6-14% of all Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) veterans returning from deployments are affected by PTSD; of these individuals, many also suffer from depression & substance abuse. While traditional treatment for PTSD can be effective for some individuals, nonresponse & dropout rates can be up to 50%. For this reason, it is important to create & evaluate complementary treatment options that will help increase retention and t