4 Ways a Cat Can Help with Your Mental Health
4 Ways a Cat Can Help with Your Mental Health
There’s nothing like the vibrating purr of a cat.
If you are a cat owner, you know how amazing it is to spend time with your furry friend. What you may not know is that your kitty may actually be providing you with mental health support!
Curious how? Check out the 4 ways a cat can help with your mental health below…
1. Boosting Mood
Did you know that by spending time with your cat (giving them all of the pets!) you are increasing your serotonin levels while simultaneously lowering your cortisol? Make sure you give your cat a good rub for a boost in your overall mood!
2. Companionship
If you live alone or don’t spend a lot of time with others, it can get pretty lonely. Cats help to provide companionship, which can be particularly important in early sobriety and in times of need.
3. Purpose
A lot of people don’t think about how much having a pet actually gives them a sense of purpose. Taking care of another creature, though, can be extremely beneficial in providing you with meaning. This sense of purpose helps with boosting your self-esteem.
4. Providing Support During Tough Times
During tough times, it’s nice to have someone to cuddle. The act of simply hugging and showing your cat love can help to cope with feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness.
Having Trouble Staying Sober?
While a cat can help a lot with boosting mood and improving your overall mental health, it isn’t a solution for treating serious conditions like substance use disorders. If you find that you need support for a substance use or behavioral health disorder, reach out to Front Door Health.
Front Door Health provides luxury, judgment-free in-home treatment for patients when they need it. We take an evidence-based approach to treatment, and we create custom treatment plans for our patients to increase their chances of success. Our treatment process is client-focused and individualized. This means no group sessions with strangers and no “treatment as usual” approach. You are unique and the treatment plan we create for you is designed to meet you where you are along your journey and help you to reach your recovery goals.
We understand that it can be difficult to put your life on hold and take time off work. Our in-home treatment allows you to continue to meet your work, school, family, and other obligations while receiving the treatment you deserve.
If you would like to learn more about in-home treatment, contact Front Door Health today. We’re happy to answer any questions and provide you with the help you need.
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