Animals are good for relieving stress, a new report says.
Animals bring joy into our lives. From the pets that we share our homes with, to the wildlife that we share our gardens and planet with, bring us joy and love into our lives.
Spending time with animals doesn't just make us happy it also helps us to be stress-free.
And, now a new study shows that it's true!
Animal-Stress Study
The study was done by the University of Leeds in England.
The study involved students who were due to take exams. The students watched videos of animals and looked at pictures of animals for 30 minutes.
The researchers that conducted the study found the student's anxiety levels reduced after 30 minutes looking at animals. They also found that blood pressure and the heart rate of students decreased - a fast heart rate and high blood pressure are symptoms of stress.
What Animals Were The Students Shown?
Students were shown cute animals for the 30 minutes.
They were shown animals such as tiger cubs, quokkas, ducks, kittens and lion cubs. There were other adorable cute animals that the students were shown.
How To Feel Less Stressed In The Future
If you want to feel less stress in the future, there are several ways that you can achieve that.
One of the ways to feel less stress, and happier, is to watch cute animal videos.
Another way is by spending time with your pets if you have them.
And, another way that you can feel happier and less stressed is by spending time in nature.
You can also watch animals in nature, or your garden.
Other studies have shown that spending time in nature is good for your mental health and makes you happier. Animals and nature bring us lasting happiness. 😊
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