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Leah
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Leah asked in HealthOther - Health · 9 years ago

Can having a dog help with lowering my anxiety levels?

Ok, so I have panic attacks and super bad anxiety. I'm dog watching for my sister, and I was feeling like a panic attack was coming on. The dog jumped in my lap and I started petting her. I totally forgot about panicing and just relaxed. I do take medication, and see a therepist for all this, but if this helps, could I suggest this to my doctor?? To see if he thinks it would be a good idea?? Or is this stupid? Ty :)

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