An Animal-Assisted Intervention’s Influence on Graduate Students’ Stress and Anxiety Prior to an Examination

Introduction: Roughly 10% - 30% of the United States’ population is known to suffer from some form of anxiety. The majority of those who struggle with anxiety have their first experience before 21.5 years of age, which falls within the age range of many college students. Since stress and anxiety can lead to difficulty with concentrating and memory, they can have significant effects on a student’s academic performance and success. One method of...