Animals support soldiers and civilians through the Red Cross human-bond program. Photo by The US Army. Pets give us love, comfort and companionship, but some animals are so much more than pets. Many work as service animals, helping those suffering from a variety of physical, emotional or mental challenges in ways that medications can’t. Emotional support animals, in particular, bring therapeutic benefits that are immeasurable to those who utilize their services.
Emotional service animals, or ESAs, help those with disabilities that may not be obvious to the naked eye, such as
Emotional service animals, or ESAs, help those with disabilities that may not be obvious to the naked eye, such as
- Depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Anxiety and social phobias
- Bipolar Disorder
- Autism spectrum disorder
- And more.
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