Why Companion Animals Are Beneficial During COVID-19 Pandemic
Companion animals and pets can be helpful during the novel coronavirus-19 pandemic. Interactions with them and positive physical contact lead to a variety of physiological and psychological benefits. It also releases biochemicals which can further boost the immune system and enhance health and well-...
Main Authors: | Unnati G Hunjan MSc, Jayasankara Reddy MSc, MBA, PGDCNP, PhD |
---|---|
Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
Published: |
SAGE Publishing
2020-08-01
|
Series: | Journal of Patient Experience |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2374373520938904 |
Similar Items
-
The Psychosocial Influence of Companion Animals on Positive and Negative Affect during the COVID-19 Pandemic
by: Lori R. Kogan, et al.
Published: (2021-07-01) -
Companion Animal Relationships and Adolescent Loneliness during COVID-19
by: Megan K. Mueller, et al.
Published: (2021-03-01) -
Developing Credible Knowledge During the COVID-19 Pandemic
by: Thomas M. Maddox, MD, MSc, et al.
Published: (2020-07-01) -
Healthcare Workers in Brazil during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Online Survey
by: Paula Cotrin DDS, MSc, PhD, et al.
Published: (2020-10-01) -
Companion Animal Type and Level of Engagement Matter: A Mixed-Methods Study Examining Links between Companion Animal Guardianship, Loneliness and Well-Being during the COVID-19 Pandemic
by: Heather Clements, et al.
Published: (2021-08-01)