Your Furry Therapists
By - Rajvir K
Pets are more than just furry companions. They can also play a vital role in our mental health. This World Mental Health Day, learn how pets can help you feel better.
Pets can provide us with unconditional love and support, which can be especially beneficial for people struggling with mental health challenges.
Pets can help reduce stress and anxiety by lowering blood pressure, heart rate, and cortisol levels, and providing a sense of calm and relaxation.
Playing with pets or cuddling with them releases oxytocin, a mood-boosting and stress-relieving hormone. Pets also help us focus on the present moment.
Walking, fetch, and other pet activities help us get more exercise, which boosts our physical and mental health by releasing endorphins.
Pets reduce loneliness and isolation, especially if we live alone and providing purpose and responsibility.
Pets comfort and support us during difficult times, such as grief and trauma.
Pets add joy and love to our lives. They make us laugh, teach us responsibility, and remind us of the simple things in life.