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by frgtpsswrdlame
3036 days ago
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>Having been alone and suffering from this for a decade prior, I can say for sure my dog helps me. >What croc of a psychiatrist can't see this. Did you read the article? Your comment is basically the very first question the author asks the psychiatrist. |
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Even things that "feel" obvious to us should be studied. We shouldn't just take it for fact that an emotional support animal is a valid method of coping with depression or anxiety.
Especially when there are alternatives which have gone through and continue to be subjected to rigorous scientific study.
If an animal helps you cope with these things, yes by all means go for it. But you can't state that it is a valid alternative to things like medication or therapy if you've never tried them. This person may well be depriving him/herself of an even healthier life which, incidentally makes their pet's life healthier and happier as a result.