Author Archives: Laurie

A New Look At Autism

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Laurie

For many years the focus in any discussion of autism has been about causes and ‘cures’. However, more recently, as strong case has been made that this approach actually isolates and stigmatizes people on the spectrum. Obviously and most especially … Continue reading →

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Interesting New ADHD Research

Posted on April 6, 2017 by Laurie

With 7 in 100 children struggling with concentrating in class or turning in homework on time, you probably either live with someone dealing with ADHD or know someone who is dealing with it. There has been discussion, debate and many … Continue reading →

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WHO ‘depression as the leading cause of ill health and disability worldwide’

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Laurie

In our lifetime, we will all have to deal with feelings of sadness and grief. Things don’t work out the way we want. We are let down. People we love pass from our lives. All of these situations can be … Continue reading →

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Work With Horses Can Help Businesses Be More Successful!

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Laurie

By now you have probably heard something about ‘Therapeutic Riding’ programs that help people with sever physical or cognitive issues. You may have heard that horses are great for helping people on the autism spectrum and maybe even how horses … Continue reading →

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The Many Faces of Healing Through Work With Horses

Posted on March 24, 2017 by Laurie

There is so much great work going on all over the world helping people heal through work with horses!  And not surprisingly, there are also lots of different methods being used. From traditional Therapeutic Riding, primarily for clients with sever … Continue reading →

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Work With Horses Can Help With Healing

Posted on March 22, 2017 by Laurie

We love seeing so many programs, all around the world, offering a path to healing through work with horses. From traditional ‘therapeutic riding’ programs, that focus on physical and cognitive challenges to traveling programs that help people by bringing miniature … Continue reading →

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Equine Therapy Programs Can Help With Recovery

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Laurie

Though most people probably think of kids and teens when they think about equine therapy programs, horses can offer a great deal to adults too. From depression and anxiety, to eating disorders and addiction, horses can be a powerful path … Continue reading →

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Sky Rocketing Autism Rates

Posted on March 6, 2017 by Laurie

It would be safe to say that not sol long ago, many people knew little or nothing about autism. I don’t think that is as true anymore. What is interesting is that there is still a lot to learn about … Continue reading →

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Work With Horses Offers So Much!

Posted on March 3, 2017 by Laurie

At N.E.A.T. we are addressing social, emotion, behavioral and mental health issues.  However, all across the country there are other programs focused on the other wonderful benefits of working with horses. There is lots of evidence supporting a variety of … Continue reading →

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Nice Comprehensive Look at ADHD

Posted on February 23, 2017 by Laurie

There is a lot of confusion and misinformation about ADD/ADHD. Everyone from the next door neighbor to the cashier at the grocery claims to know all about it, but it can still be difficult to get good, straight and reliable … Continue reading →

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