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More reasons to love your furry BFF: Here's how dogs can help with anxiety

Published on Aug 29, 2024 06:15 PM IST
  • From providing a comfortable space to motivating us to visit the outdoors, here are a few reasons why dogs are the best antidote to anxiety.
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Dogs are our furry best friends. Our pets, without exchanging a word with us, occupy the largest parts of our hearts. Spending time with them makes us feel happier and drives our blues far away. Dogs can help in combating anxiety as well – mentioned Psychologist Carolyn Rubenstein. Here's how spending time with your dog can help you beat anxiety.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 29, 2024 06:15 PM IST

Dogs are our furry best friends. Our pets, without exchanging a word with us, occupy the largest parts of our hearts. Spending time with them makes us feel happier and drives our blues far away. Dogs can help in combating anxiety as well – mentioned Psychologist Carolyn Rubenstein. Here's how spending time with your dog can help you beat anxiety.(Unsplash)

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Anxious people look for a space where they are not criticised or judged. Dogs provide a space of comfort. (Freepik) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 29, 2024 06:15 PM IST

Anxious people look for a space where they are not criticised or judged. Dogs provide a space of comfort. (Freepik)

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When we pet a dog or spend time with it, it helps in releasing oxytocin which helps in boosting mood. This also helps in decreasing cortisol – the stress hormone – levels in the body. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 29, 2024 06:15 PM IST

When we pet a dog or spend time with it, it helps in releasing oxytocin which helps in boosting mood. This also helps in decreasing cortisol – the stress hormone – levels in the body. (Unsplash)

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Dogs need regular exercise and playing. This can motivate us to go outdoors and engage in running or walking with them.  expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 29, 2024 06:15 PM IST

Dogs need regular exercise and playing. This can motivate us to go outdoors and engage in running or walking with them. 

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When we care for a dog, it provides us with a sense of purpose and normalcy. This can help us feel valued. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 29, 2024 06:15 PM IST

When we care for a dog, it provides us with a sense of purpose and normalcy. This can help us feel valued. (Unsplash)

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Dogs have their ways of making us feel grounded and being present in the moment. This can drive away anxious thoughts. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 29, 2024 06:15 PM IST

Dogs have their ways of making us feel grounded and being present in the moment. This can drive away anxious thoughts. (Unsplash)

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