An emotional support animal (ESA) is a pet that helps to mitigate the negative symptoms of a person’s emotional or psychological disability by calming and reducing emotional distress.
Cats are ideal candidates for those in need of an emotional support animal. They are calm, intelligent and affectionate animals that can provide their owners with a soothing, comforting presence.
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2. Alleviates moments of stress and anxiety
Many subjects struggling with mental health issues experience anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. Also, during these incidents, they may feel irritable, tense, or apprehensive.
Even so, a faithful dog or cat can always be there for you in such moments. If the owner is struggling with such emotional distress, the dog ‘knows’ how to stay put and offer unconditional love, and connectedness.
Even so, a faithful dog or cat can always be there for you in such moments. If the owner is struggling with such emotional distress, the dog ‘knows’ how to stay put and offer unconditional love, and connectedness.
Even so, a faithful dog or cat can always be there for you in such moments. If the owner is struggling with such emotional distress, the dog ‘knows’ how to stay put and offer unconditional love, and connectedness.
Even so, a faithful dog or cat can always be there for you in such moments. If the owner is struggling with such emotional distress, the dog ‘knows’ how to stay put and offer unconditional love, and connectedness.
Inherently, therapy animals give the owner adequate attention and will focus on the well-being of the handler until their normal function resumes.
Don’t let stress get to you – apply for an ESA letter now!2. Alleviates moments of stress and anxiety
Many subjects struggling with mental health issues experience anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. Also, during these incidents, they may feel irritable, tense, or apprehensive.
Even so, a faithful dog or cat can always be there for you in such moments. If the owner is struggling with such emotional distress, the dog ‘knows’ how to stay put and offer unconditional love, and connectedness.
Inherently, therapy animals give the owner adequate attention and will focus on the well-being of the handler until their normal function resumes.
Don’t let stress get to you – apply for an ESA letter now!2. Alleviates moments of stress and anxiety
Many subjects struggling with mental health issues experience anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. Also, during these incidents, they may feel irritable, tense, or apprehensive.
Even so, a faithful dog or cat can always be there for you in such moments. If the owner is struggling with such emotional distress, the dog ‘knows’ how to stay put and offer unconditional love, and connectedness.
Inherently, therapy animals give the owner adequate attention and will focus on the well-being of the handler until their normal function resumes.
Don’t let stress get to you – apply for an ESA letter now!
3. Gives a sense of purpose
ESA’s have daily needs, including feeding, grooming, and exercise. Moreover, these pets appreciate routine. An ESA owner is, therefore, more likely to be engaged with these activities, giving them a sense of purpose.
Aside from improving your self-esteem and sense of belonging, support animals can help you cope with any mental turmoil you could be going through.
Most ESA’s enjoy gentle rubs, pats, and occasional cuddling; such gestures are their way of expressing love and affection. When an ESA owner focuses on the pet’s needs, the attention makes the handler feel a sense of responsibility, thus distracting them from their own problems.
4. Give unconditional love and affection
Human relationships can be intricate, thus making bonding even harder for one dealing with mental health issues. Innately, this kind of environment can often make a subject desolate or else lonely, further aggravating their psychological distress.
Individuals struggling with mental issues need considerable affection and appreciation regardless of their condition. And an ESA can indeed melt the toughest of hearts since it elicits the release of the feel-good hormone oxytocin in the owner.
Does this mean someone with an ESA is avoiding interacting with people? Absolutely not! It only means that the ESA’s understand and connect with the owner differently, hence helping them reconnect with those around them.
