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Review of psychological effects of dog bites in children.

Carri WestgarthSerena ProvazzaJade NicholasVictoria Gray
Published in: BMJ paediatrics open (2024)
Studies on dog bites in a paediatric population with a specific focus on the psychological consequences associated with dog bites and their management are sparse. Future research and practice should more greatly consider the psychological impact on child victims of dog bites and their family members, as well as their management to avoid the development of mental health issues and improve their quality of life. Future research also needs to ascertain the efficacy of using virtual reality in treating children with dog phobia.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • virtual reality
  • young adults
  • primary care
  • healthcare
  • intensive care unit
  • sleep quality
  • physical activity
  • neural network
  • patient reported