ANIMAL COMPANION
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMAL GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS An Emotional Support Animal can be a lifesaver for someone who is dealing with mental health problems.
WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY ESA? When an animal is used for providing emotional support and relaxation to the person who is mentally and emotionally disabled is called an Emotional Support Animal.
WHAT TYPE OF ANIMALS CAN BE USED AS ESA? There is a wide range of animals that can be used as ESA such as dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, and hedgehogs. These animals can easily qualify as ESA
BENEFITS OF ESA Companionship Reduces Anxiety Keeps You Distracted Lessens Isolation Reduced Levels of Stress
HOW TO KNOW WHETHER YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR HAVING ESA? An individual must have to meet the criteria for qualifying for an ESA. People suffering from psychological issues like depression, anxiety, panic attacks, traumatic stress, and emotional disability can get the support of an animal.
Sources: www.animalcompanions.org