It is already common knowledge that cats and dogs
can improve their owner’s health. This is true for all individuals
and not just those that suffer from emotional or health issues.
Psychologists at Miami University found that pet owners benefited from a number of advantages and they tended to be fitter than non pet
owners, were less lonely, more conscientious and displayed greater
self esteem. The current studies that have been done to look at the
correlation of having a pet such as a cat or a dog and improved
mental and psychological health has focused on the reasons for this
improvement and not just the variables. This means that the reason
the owner displays more self esteem or is less stressed is that
taking care of the animal and the act of stroking cats and dogs
actually lowers the owner’s blood pressure and helps regulate their
stress levels resulting in a calmer and happier owner. These studies
are very valuable and medical professionals can actually use these
findings to encourage those patients who are able to care for a pet
to consider adopting one to help them improve their mental or social
health. Even those people who do not suffer from any health or social
problems can also benefit from owning a pet as they can reduce the
natural stress that is a part of our everyday life. Even an enjoyable
activity such as playing at the online casino elevated the players
stress level, stroking a cat whilst playing online games will benefit
all players not just those with high bold pressure or a heart
condition.
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