Posted by noa on August 29, 2000, at 15:07:39
In reply to Pets and depression, posted by stjames on August 28, 2000, at 20:26:54
I have heard that there are studies showing improved heart rates and blood pressure in older people and people with illnesses, who have pets. I think Johns Hopkins has a pet program in their inpatient eating disorders unit. And, I would imagine it would be great for anxiety symptoms.
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