Human-Animal Bond

The Human Animal Bond Interest Group was created to examine, delineate, and elaborate the many facets of the human-animal bond. Examples include   how the human animal bond influences the development of empathy and nurturance, the ability to form and express attachments, reaction to grief and loss, the challenges of aging, and other developmental passages throughout the lifespan. Also of interest will be the effect of pets and other animals on children’s cognitive, social, physical, and emotional development, including issues related to concern for animal welfare.