Learn English: Dogs Enhance Adolescent Mental Health and Social Skills. (normal)

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Dogs Enhance Adolescent Mental Health and Social Skills.

Scientific studies reveal that having a dog can greatly improve teen mental health.

Owners experience less stress and release a special hormone called oxytocin.

Teens with dogs exhibit fewer behavioral issues and social difficulties.

The exchange of microscopic organisms may play a role in these benefits.

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Original: The Guardian (Science)

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#mental health #dogs #teenagers #microbiome #oxytocin

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