Hunjan Unnati G, Reddy Jayasankara
Christ University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
J Patient Exp. 2020 Aug;7(4):430-432. doi: 10.1177/2374373520938904. Epub 2020 Jul 7.
Companion animals and pets can be helpful during the novel coronavirus-19 pandemic. Interactions with them and positive physical contact lead to a variety of physiological and psychological benefits. It also releases biochemicals which can further boost the immune system and enhance health and well-being. This perspective discusses the benefits of these interactions, the modes of interactions and the activities that can be used. It also highlights the individuals that should avoid this approach and the status of the animal's health before engaging with them.
在新型冠状病毒肺炎疫情期间，伴侣动物和宠物可能会有所帮助。与它们互动以及进行积极的身体接触会带来多种生理和心理益处。这还会释放生物化学物质，进一步增强免疫系统，增进健康和幸福感。本文探讨了这些互动的益处、互动方式以及可采用的活动。它还强调了哪些人应避免这种方式以及在与动物接触之前动物的健康状况。
