Abstract
The article advocates taking a positive, proactive approach to having animals and pets in the lives of looked after children. Links are made with the new Health and Social Care Standards. The life enhancing difference that animals can make for some looked after children in promoting their self-esteem and resilience are explored.
Original language | English |
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Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Scottish Journal of Residential Child Care |
Volume | 17 |
Issue number | 4 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Nov 2018 |
Keywords
- animals
- feeling safe and happy
- health and social care standards
- life enhancing