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If we owe any pet in order to reduce anxiety and depression does it work out??

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Yes at some point since the bonding and closeness experienced between an owner and a pet helps to reduce anxiety and depression. The pet for instance cat and dog can be playful and help you forget your worries when you engage in play.
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Yes! I strongly agree with the closeness between the pet owner and the pet(s) to reduce anxiety and depression. 
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Yes. Pets have not been termed as companions for no reason. Pets can help us center our attention towards other things that could ease our condition. 
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Definitely yes! Pets give us positive output, love and is perfect for people who are undergoing depression. At some point, this let you relieve your stress and let  you move forward from any pains and troubles  you are  experiencing.
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Pets, especially dogs and cats, can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, ease loneliness, encourage exercise and playfulness, and even improve your cardiovascular health. Caring for an animal can help children grow up more secure and active. Pets also provide valuable companionship for older adults. Perhaps most importantly, though, a pet can add real joy and unconditional love to your life.
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A pet is non-judgmental and serves unconditional love for you, therefore the physical, mental, and emotional connection connects.
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Yes, having pets reduce anxiety and depression, because the bond which gets created between a owner and pet is so pure and true, but it has it own side effect, the attachment gets so deep that if you lost him in any cirrumtance it leads to a very deep and long time pain, I personally have expreienced this.
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Yes. Sometimes, anxiety and depression do not mean you have to have someone to talk to. Having someone even if its is just a pet is more than what we need sometimes. They will make us happy without them knowing.
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Yes to a greater extent it does.

Animals often understand the mood of their owner and they try to make happy by doing different stuff and you will find a lot of videos in youtube proving this. Animals are very intelligent and emotional. They will take care of you to the core. So if you have that issue go for one.
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I think having a pet is a good way to relieve depression. It is a treatment or therapy for those people who lost their loved ones. I am sure some people can relate to this matter.
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I lost my mom 2 years ago and I got our family a dog. She was supposed to help my dad grieve, but she ended up helping us all. Taking care of her and seeing her happy, made us feel happy as well. We all formed a close bond with her and she has been a big part of our family.
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Yes, owning a pet has been shown to reduce depression and improve mental health in some people. Pets can provide companionship, promote physical activity, and reduce feelings of loneliness and social isolation. Studies have also shown that pet ownership can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and improve overall well-being. However, owning a pet may not be suitable for everyone and it is important to consider the responsibilities and potential challenges of pet ownership before adopting.
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Especially depending on the pet and life. Some people find owning a pet less enjoyable or less desirable due to general feelings of anxiety and depression.
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People with limited human social supports often experience feelings of loneliness and isolation, both of which can worsen depression. A pet helps to decrease these feelings by providing companionship to its owner.
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