{"id":19367,"date":"2019-04-03T18:28:22","date_gmt":"2019-04-03T18:28:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mystart.com\/?p=19367"},"modified":"2023-07-13T16:15:45","modified_gmt":"2023-07-13T20:15:45","slug":"emotional-support-animals-and-how-they-can-help-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mystart.com\/blog\/emotional-support-animals-and-how-they-can-help-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Emotional Support Animals and How They Can Help You"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"bluebutton\" href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/mystart-wallpapers-new-ta\/ldboileedlgigndmnnnkijkeihkeegbb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"bbtext\">Install MyStart Theme for Google Chrome<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>There is more to emotional support animals than airline bans and red vests that people fail to understand. <!--more--> In a country where over 20% of the population is facing mental issues and illnesses, it is important to understand how emotional support animals (ESA) help people.<\/p>\n<h1>Clinically speaking, ESA is an animal that helps the owner to cope with or overcome a specific disability.<\/h1>\n<p>Service dogs, on the other hand, help the owner accommodate a disability. Both these animals play a different role in people\u2019s lives and should be properly understood.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to learn more about how emotional support animals help people deal with their anxieties and other mental illnesses then read on.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Cutest Animals You Never Knew Existed\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0MAsqv85d-M?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>Love dogs? Enjoy adorable dog wallpapers each time you open a new tab.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Producing Neurotransmitters<\/h2>\n<p>Depression is the byproduct of a decrease in serotonin and dopamine levels in the body. Dogs are known to increase neuro-chemicals like dopamine through bonding and love.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19294\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mystart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_112699429-e1553807907144.jpeg\" alt=\"Labrador puppy with a ball. Beautiful dog puppy Labrador Retriever playing with rubber ball on grass\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/12145426\/AdobeStock_112699429-e1553807907144.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/12145426\/AdobeStock_112699429-e1553807907144-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/12145426\/AdobeStock_112699429-e1553807907144-1024x684.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/12145426\/AdobeStock_112699429-e1553807907144-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/12145426\/AdobeStock_112699429-e1553807907144-1536x1026.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/12145426\/AdobeStock_112699429-e1553807907144-1170x781.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/12145426\/AdobeStock_112699429-e1553807907144-585x391.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/12145426\/AdobeStock_112699429-e1553807907144-263x175.jpeg 263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Studies show that when you look into your dog\u2019s eyes, you get a hit of dopamine that can reduce the level of depression and stress you are afflicted by. Those people who have a tendency towards being lonely can actually feel safer and loved around pets.<\/p>\n<h2>Help With Anxiety on Planes<\/h2>\n<p>Although airplanes have been banning a lot of strange animals since they can often be dangerous or disruptive, proper ESAs are actually really important, which is why many airlines are starting to take that into consideration. For some people, the anxiety of traveling, especially alone, is really nerve-wracking.<\/p>\n<p>Many find it excruciatingly difficult and emotional support animals help by calming people down. Sometimes, taking a plane for a funeral, medical treatment, or any other reason is unavoidable and in such cases having an emotional support animal can make a huge difference.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19372\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mystart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_559449241-e1554307883697.jpg\" alt=\"emotional support dog\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145643\/shutterstock_559449241-e1554307883697.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145643\/shutterstock_559449241-e1554307883697-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145643\/shutterstock_559449241-e1554307883697-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145643\/shutterstock_559449241-e1554307883697-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145643\/shutterstock_559449241-e1554307883697-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145643\/shutterstock_559449241-e1554307883697-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145643\/shutterstock_559449241-e1554307883697-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145643\/shutterstock_559449241-e1554307883697-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>ESAs work differently from pharmaceutical drugs or other similar products by offering a level of support that they cannot provide. People with anxiety can focus on their ESA instead of being overwhelmed by their extreme fear of air travel.<\/p>\n<p>People with mental conditions really need their emotional support animal to stay calm on the flight, which is why it is vital to show support to someone traveling with a dog on the plane.<\/p>\n<h2>Unconditional Love<\/h2>\n<p>Often, people with a diagnosis feel unloved or lonely. Emotional support animals help such people by being sympathetic towards them and constantly being there for them. They provide a sense of unconditional <a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/love-hd-wallpapers-new-ta\/bfbkobloginjenginjpnobbeebncccdi\">love<\/a> and connection that people often find difficult to find in human relationships.<\/p>\n<p>This doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that people with ESA can\u2019t connect with others or are avoiding them. It just means that they are getting back on their feet by finding an easy, simple connection. Emotional support animals provide the sort of companionship that can\u2019t be easily achieved with humans.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19373\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mystart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_1118405639-e1554308108884.jpg\" alt=\"unconditional love dogs\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145646\/shutterstock_1118405639-e1554308108884.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145646\/shutterstock_1118405639-e1554308108884-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145646\/shutterstock_1118405639-e1554308108884-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145646\/shutterstock_1118405639-e1554308108884-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145646\/shutterstock_1118405639-e1554308108884-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145646\/shutterstock_1118405639-e1554308108884-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145646\/shutterstock_1118405639-e1554308108884-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/12145646\/shutterstock_1118405639-e1554308108884-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Studies show that it can help dramatically improve their mental health since it reduces the symptoms affecting them. It can give them the confidence and support to reengage with others. The loving relationship that an ESA provides is an important stepping stone towards other meaningful and fulfilling human relationships.<\/p>\n<h2>Complementary to Other Treatments<\/h2>\n<p>Just having an ESA may not be enough to complete a patient\u2019s support system. How emotional support animals help is that they complement other treatment models like therapy, cognitive behavioral treatments, medicine, and other means. They can help you to live the life you really want to live and reduce the sometime downright disruptive symptoms.<\/p>\n<p>Incorporating an ESA with a therapy that works for you can be a really helpful treatment plan. Pets can be the best form of mindfulness therapy and provide support during bad days. They help people ground themselves into the present and even tending to their needs can be a really helpful way to get your mind off your problems.<\/p>\n<h2>Regulating Everyday Feelings<\/h2>\n<p>A person with a mental diagnosis has to deal with their illness and its symptoms every day. Managing the day to day is as important as managing significant moments.<\/p>\n<p>Emotional support animals help with such daily situations by regulating emotions. Research shows that ESAs can help regulate physiological arousal, reduce daily anxiety levels, and even improve the mood.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18609\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mystart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_120412830-e1527876405628.jpeg\" alt=\"women trying to kiss a cute cat\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144502\/AdobeStock_120412830-e1527876405628.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144502\/AdobeStock_120412830-e1527876405628-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144502\/AdobeStock_120412830-e1527876405628-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144502\/AdobeStock_120412830-e1527876405628-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144502\/AdobeStock_120412830-e1527876405628-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144502\/AdobeStock_120412830-e1527876405628-1170x780.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144502\/AdobeStock_120412830-e1527876405628-585x390.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144502\/AdobeStock_120412830-e1527876405628-263x175.jpeg 263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>ESAs are trained to provide attention on demand, especially when they sense that it is needed. The unconditional connection regardless of the time or day can actually stabilize emotions since the steady presence is something everyone can depend on.<\/p>\n<h2>Regulating Intense Feelings<\/h2>\n<p>Even in the most difficult situations, ESAs can make a massive difference. They have very a calming presence when an individual is facing deregulation in emotions. When someone is agitated, fearful, anxious, or down, emotional support animals help by having a steady and neutral stance for you to rely on.<\/p>\n<p>This stance is coupled with their supportive affection which can divert the attention of the owner. When they focus on the animal instead of the intense feeling, it can help the owner re-calibrate and reset emotions.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18604\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mystart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_27521491-e1527865988761.jpeg\" alt=\"women kissing her cat\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144451\/AdobeStock_27521491-e1527865988761.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144451\/AdobeStock_27521491-e1527865988761-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144451\/AdobeStock_27521491-e1527865988761-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144451\/AdobeStock_27521491-e1527865988761-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144451\/AdobeStock_27521491-e1527865988761-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144451\/AdobeStock_27521491-e1527865988761-1170x780.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144451\/AdobeStock_27521491-e1527865988761-585x390.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/12144451\/AdobeStock_27521491-e1527865988761-263x175.jpeg 263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A cat\u2019s nonchalance or casualness in that moment or a dog playing with his chew toy can actually prove to be the best distraction you need. Even having them sit next to you or approach you, which they are trained to do, can be great at such moments.<\/p>\n<h2>Social Support<\/h2>\n<p>The importance of ESAs as a social companion is unparalleled. If you see them as a family member and they are just as psychologically close to you as you are to them, it can be very beneficial. This bond can help a person deal with their social anxiety issues as they never feel alone.<\/p>\n<p>This form of social support can actually improve the health of the endocrine, immune and cardiovascular system. The relationship can be quite healing in terms of psychological and physical aspects.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18767\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mystart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_524212318-e1537557962122.jpg\" alt=\"husky indoors playing\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/12144837\/shutterstock_524212318-e1537557962122.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/12144837\/shutterstock_524212318-e1537557962122-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/12144837\/shutterstock_524212318-e1537557962122-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/12144837\/shutterstock_524212318-e1537557962122-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/12144837\/shutterstock_524212318-e1537557962122-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/12144837\/shutterstock_524212318-e1537557962122-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/12144837\/shutterstock_524212318-e1537557962122-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/ntbrand-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/mystart\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/12144837\/shutterstock_524212318-e1537557962122-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>More than 20% of the adults in the USA have anxiety and 7% actually suffer from depression. Emotional support animals actually perform really important work and those who rely on them should be supported and empathized with.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to realize the significance of ESAs in managing mental health symptoms and emotions. 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