Working from home near a pet promotes mental health

With the home working system returning in many countries during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, pets have become an integral part of the workspace of many people who work from home. A new study found that working from home around pets positively impacts mental health.

The study was conducted by psychologist Joe Hemmings, among about 700 people who own cats and work at home.
63% of the study participants said their cats reduced their stress while working from home, while 53% said they felt less isolated while working from home due to the presence of their pets.
Psychologist Joe advised pet owners to provide a suitable place for the cat to sit while they work from home, such as a cardboard box or a warm bed, and allow it to reach high places such as the work table, in addition to some toys to let the cat play and create a lively and fun atmosphere in the room. .

Joe also believes that our pets are happier than ever because we work from home more and spend longer periods of time with them, which gives them a greater sense of reassurance and strengthens their relationship with us.
Joe Hemmings noted that the comfort caused by the presence of domestic cats near us while we work from home lowers cortisol and adrenaline levels in the bloodstream and helps manage anxiety and a sense of calm, the report said. British newspaper Mirror Online.