Now Is The Best Time To Adopt Or Foster A Pet—Here’s Why
Although we’re doing our part by “sheltering in place,” it doesn’t necessarily feel very good. In fact, remaining homebound could have negative consequences on our overall well-being. But, believe it or not, a pet could be the cure to managing your health right now — animals have been scientifically proven to lower cortisol and blood pressure.
Well before a coronavirus became a global pandemic, psychologists have been concerned with the damaging effects of loneliness. Back in 2018, Cigna performed a national survey that revealed that nearly half of 20,000 adult American participants said they either sometimes or always feel alone. 40% of the participants in the same study said they feel isolated and don’t believe they have meaningful relationships. Research shows that in addition to our mental state, loneliness and isolation can also impact our physical health, indicating that prolonged solitude can trigger diseases and premature death.