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PET ATTACHMENT PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology says sleeping with your pet doesn't automatically signal anxiety or dependence, the bond can provide a genuine sense of safety, comfort and emotional securitySharing a bed with pets is a tradition among many owners, who enjoy the companionship and security they provide. Research suggests that pet...- In 2011, a Brazilian dog refused to leave his owner’s grave; his 10-year vigil later helped inspire a São Paulo law on pet burialsFor ten years, a stray dog called Bob remained steadfastly devoted to his deceased owner in a Brazilian cemetery, a testament to the powerf...
- Psychology says people who offer food to stray animals aren't acting without purpose: What the behavior reveals about empathy, emotional health and human connection?Psychology says people who offer food to animals aren't simply feeding a stray or a pet. Research suggests this behavior reflects empathy, ...
- Psychology says couples who laugh after disagreements tend to recover faster, not because the issue disappearsPsychology says couples who laugh after disagreements often recover faster not because the conflict disappears, but because laughter helps ...
- Psychology says people who use colorful, glittery, or designer phone cases aren’t materialistic, they may be expressing identity, creativity, and emotionSome people are drawn to luxury brands, while others value artistic designs, practicality, or simplicity. In the same way, a person who cho...
- Psychology says people who have multiple pets are not trying to replace human relationships, they may have a stronger caregiving instinctPsychology suggests that people who have multiple pets aren't necessarily lonely or avoiding human relationships. Every pet owner has a uni...
- Dogs vs. cats: Which pet is more loyal? Scientists reveal the surprising truth most owners never expectedDogs vs. cats: Are dogs really more loyal, or is that just a myth? New animal behavior research shows dogs and cats both build strong emoti...
- Psychology says people who love cats like family may be looking for a reason to break free and fulfil a basic human needPsychology says people who deeply love their cats may be influenced by attachment theory, empathy, caregiving instincts, and the psychology...
- Psychology says people who become a pet parent instead of raising their own or adopting a child aren't avoiding responsibility: What this choice may revealPsychology says people who become a pet parent instead of raising their own or adopting a child aren't selfish or disconnected from society...
- Psychology says people who raise a dog along with their new-born child aren't as stressed as many people assume: What research revealsPsychology says people who raise a dog along with their new-born child aren't always taking on an extra burden. Research suggests that livi...
- Psychology says people who love their dogs like their children aren’t obsessed, their brains may be wired for deep attachmentThe key takeaway is that a deep emotional bond with dogs is rarely irrational. Instead, it is rooted in several well-established psychologi...
- Scientists just tracked 188 pet owners in the Netherlands for five days, and the surprising twist is that dogs and cats both lifted mood a little, but only one might be making stress worseA recent Dutch study explored how interacting with cats and dogs impacts our mood and stress. While both pets offer a brief happiness boost...
- People Who Sleep With Their Pets Share These Quiet Traits, And Most Don’t Even Realize ItMany people in the United States share their beds with pets. This practice offers comfort and emotional security. It can reduce loneliness ...
- How Early Responsibility Shapes Long-Term Emotional RegulationChildren's chores build character and emotional control. Psychology shows early responsibilities shape lifelong emotional regulation. Predi...
- Tamil cinema’s beloved dog star Karuppi dies from Diwali firecracker noise. Vets on how to calm petsKaruppi, the dog from the film Pariyerum Perumal, died after being hit by a bus during Diwali. The loud firecrackers frightened her, causin...
- How our psychological vulnerabilities shape our interactions with AI chatbotsChatbots like ChatGPT raise important new questions about how artificial intelligence will shape our lives.
- Looking for romance? Dating coaches reveal how to find love in 2023For more-modern and less-demonic relationship advice, we asked some of today's most prominent dating advisers.
- The pandemic left us with imperfect substitutes for hugs. But can they fulfill 'touch hunger'?When people feel deprived of touch, their well-being can suffer.
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