Actively Recruiting
A Pilot Study on Animal-Assisted Intervention in Correctional Settings
Led by The University of Hong Kong · Updated on 2025-08-01
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
30 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
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The University of Hong Kong
Lead Sponsor
H
Hong Kong Correctional Services Department
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress are particularly prevalent among incarcerated individuals and are considered risk factors for recidivism. Leveraging the natural human-animal bond, animal-assisted intervention (AAI) offers a less threatening alternative to engage incarcerated individuals and address their mental health needs. As an initial effort to help promote rehabilitative security in Hong Kong, the current study examines the acceptability and effectiveness of a brief animal-assisted program among offenders in local secured facilities.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
A Pilot Study on Animal-Assisted Intervention in Correctional Settings
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Persons in custody
- Aged 18 or older
- Understand Cantonese
You will not qualify if you...
- Allergy, fear, or dislike of dogs
- History of aggression toward animals
- Criminal history involving animals
- History of neurodevelopmental disorders
- Active psychosis or mania
- Active suicidality
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Hong Kong Correctional Services Department
Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 00000
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Research Team
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Director
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
1
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