The Pet Advantage for Mental Health and Wellness

The Pet Advantage for Mental Health and Wellness Bring awareness of pet therapy and pet ownership to individuals and their families as part of overall treatment for depression.

Many animal therapy groups already exist to give patients additional treatment options. These groups are often small non-profits that survive on donations from individuals and companies. Because of the success of animal therapy in the treatment of depression, and because 6.7% of people in the U.S. experience major depressive disorder, and thousands and possibly millions of sufferers that are undiagnosed, there is serious need for The Pet Advantage. First, to get the word out to individuals and families that an additional treatment option is available, as part of comprehensive treatment for those who suffer daily from the life-debilitating or life-limiting symptoms of depression. Second, to support and increase the number of individuals and organizations who can provide pet therapy and/or pet ownership to these individuals and their families. Publicity, financial support, and program education and expansion through The Pet Advantage will help make available this important treatment option that has been proven effective for many.

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