Seven Pillars of Mental Health Stability
APR 22, 2024Mental health stability is a state where one can cope with everyday stressors, maintain positive mental well-being, and navigate life's challenges with resilience.
Read MorePet ownership has been on the rise in the last few decades. A recent study by the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association determined that approximately two-thirds of American households (71.1 million) have at least one pet. According to national surveys, most pet owners say companionship, love, company, and affection are the main benefits of owning a pet. There is a large amount of data confirming that pets are good for our psychological health and may increase, not only the quality of your lives but also our longevity.
The following is just a small sampling of what research has shown:
All that said, one quote I like (by an unknown author) is: “There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face.”
Original post date: November 2015. Revised: March 2019.
Mental health stability is a state where one can cope with everyday stressors, maintain positive mental well-being, and navigate life's challenges with resilience.
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