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How does a dog help a depressed handler in public?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

A dog can help in: may ways. It may give the person the courage to go out in public. Diminish anxiety. Provide a focus other than things which may be upsetting. A dog can nurture the handler.

Answered 11/30/2014

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