Journal article
Potential of Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Treating Trauma in Australian Aboriginal Peoples
British Journal of Social Work, Vol.49(4), pp.1041-1058
2019
Abstract
Colonisation and subsequent policies targeting Aboriginal peoples in Australia have had devastating consequences, including trauma, disadvantage and marginalisation. These effects have passed from generation to generation and continue to manifest in poor health and well-being outcomes, particularly mental health disorders. Innovative and culturally relevant techniques are needed to remedy inequality and address intergenerational trauma. Equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP)-an experiential therapy involving horses-is a new and increasingly evidence-based treatment approach, which offers potential for working with Aboriginal peoples. This article reviews the literature on outcomes of EAP to consider its potential as a culturally responsive therapy to treat trauma and increase well-being for Aboriginal people in Australia.
Details
- Title
- Potential of Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Treating Trauma in Australian Aboriginal Peoples
- Authors
- Bindi Bennett (Corresponding Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Social Sciences - LegacyElise Woodman (Author) - Australian Catholic University
- Publication details
- British Journal of Social Work, Vol.49(4), pp.1041-1058
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Date published
- 2019
- DOI
- 10.1093/bjsw/bcz053
- ISSN
- 0045-3102; 0045-3102
- Organisation Unit
- Indigenous and Transcultural Research Centre; School of Social Sciences - Legacy; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Law and Society
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99451392202621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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