Animal-assisted-activity programs are often used in pediatric hospital settings to provide emotional support and diversion, however there is little research about their efficacy. AAA for using insect affect children was examined in this study of 50 elementary school children. Self-reported (self-esteem, sociality and stress) were measured. Self-esteem and sociality rating of the children, and display of positive affect were enhance in the AAA group. This study provides further support to the numerous health benefits of AAA, particularly for children in elementary school.

• 김성현(국립농업과학원 곤충산업과) | Seonghyun Kim
• 김소윤(국립농업과학원 곤충산업과) | Soyun Kim
• 박해철(국립농업과학원 곤충산업과) | Haechul Park
• 박인균(국립농업과학원 곤충산업과) | Ingyun Park
• 박관호(국립농업과학원 곤충산업과)
• 김남정(국립농업과학원 곤충산업과) | Namjung Kim
• 김옥진(원광대학교 동물자원개발연구센터) | Okjin Kim Corresponding author