Dogs are great emotional support aides for people who have experienced PTSD.
Warmth, approval, companionship, less isolation, reduced levels of stress and anxiety – these things matter to people suffering from stress.
People could also be emotional supporters if they attempt to provide these benefits to others.
More time.
More companionship.
Approval and acceptance.
It’s a sign of our times that we live with so much stress and emotional upheaval so it gives us an opportunity to supply the very things an ESA does.
One added benefit is that when giving emotional support to others, we are also the beneficiaries.
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