Studies show that pet ownership can significantly benefit the elderly in many ways; reduced stress and depression,
reduced feeling of loneliness and isolation, and improved health and activity.
Good news for those with furry friends: Caring for a pet has been shown to decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, triglyceride levels, and
reduce feelings of loneliness, according to the CDC.
A cat can make your other pets happy If you have another cat, or a cat - friendly dog, bringing another cat home from a shelter can help
reduce feelings of loneliness during the day when you're out.
Pet owners often experience increased self - esteem and
reduced feelings of loneliness, and they may even gain physical health benefits such as lowered heart rate and blood pressure.
St. John Ambulance Saskatchewan, Regina, to provide increased training and evaluation for the Therapy Dog Program, which sends dogs and their handlers to various locations throughout the province, where their presence helps
reduce feelings of loneliness, depression and isolation in participants.
Not exact matches
Also surprising: Young people with the highest rates
of social media use reported very similar
feelings of loneliness to those who barely use it, Still, Cordani says, «meaningful social interaction» was seen as key to
reducing isolation so more face - to - face conversations are needed.
In a few women, symptoms
of clinical depression — excessive weeping, sadness,
feeling of loneliness, sleeplessness and
reduced social interaction — are also seen during Menopause.
Reduce anxiety Researchers at Idaho State conducted a study: They first asked students to rank their
feelings of loneliness and anxiety.
The social support provided by a pet might also encourage more social interactions with people,
reducing feelings of isolation or
loneliness.
They provide emotional support to their owners,
reduce feelings of stress and
loneliness and increase social contact.
Studies show that pet ownership helps
reduce stress, lowers blood pressure and fends off
feelings of loneliness and depression.
A pet can
reduce stress, increase social interaction and alleviate
feelings of loneliness.
With «Dignity in Mental Health» being the theme
of this year's World Mental Health Day, Cats Protection is keen to highlight how looking after a pet can bring structure to people's day,
reduce feelings of isolation and
loneliness and even lower blood pressure.