There's no proof ducks on planes help people emotionallyKIRK HARGREAVES/FAIRFAX NZ Ducks on planes: where's the proof it actually helps? It might be an emotional-support animal prescribed by a mental health professional. Certainly, the groups offering up pets think this, as do some mental health professionals. Using animals in mental health settings is nothing new. But there are good reasons for rigorous research on animals and mental health.

Source: Stuff July 03, 2017 02:37 UTC