Study Shows that Dogs Help Autistic Children Adapt

physorg -- Dogs may not only be man's best friend, they may also have a special role in the lives of children with special needs. According to a new University of Montreal study, specifically trained service dogs can help reduce the anxiety and enhance the socialization skills of children with Autism Syndrome Disorders (ASDs). The findings published this year in Psychoneuroendocrinology may be a relatively simple solution to help affected children and their families cope with these challenging disorders.