Cow-hugging therapy explained

Cow-hugging therapy[1] or cow cuddling involves people hugging cows for healing. People have claimed that it has mental health benefits.[2] [3] As of late 2023, it was reported to be becoming popular around the world.[4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] Cow therapy also includes spending time with cows, especially in farm settings, beyond just cow cuddling. Centers with cow therapy can be included within a broader mental health program.

Origins

Cow-hugging therapy originated in the Netherlands.[10] [11] In Australia, the NDIS has plans which include cow therapy.[12] [13]

The history of domesticated animals serving as emotional support is not new. The mental health benefits of pet companions along with other animals is well documented.[14] Cows have their own particular personalities which make them a unique alternative to more conventional companions such as dogs or cats.[15] They are also suited to more rural settings which also supports mental health for people experiencing psychological difficulties.[16] [17]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Cow Hug Therapy . Nadipathy . 2023-12-12.
  2. Web site: Is cow hugging the world's new wellness trend? . 2024-01-25 . BBC.
  3. Web site: Jokes apart, cow hugging has benefits. But, the cow must know you . 2023-12-12 . India Today. 9 February 2023 .
  4. Web site: 2021-05-25 . Cow Cuddling: Is Hugging Animals Becoming a 'Wellness Trend' in a Covid World? . 2023-12-12 . News18.
  5. Web site: 2022-07-26 . Cow Hugging: Yes it's a Thing . 2023-12-12 . Psych Central.
  6. Web site: Cow Cuddling & Brushing . 2023-12-12 . Ahimsa Milk.
  7. Web site: 2022-07-12 . 'Cow cuddling' is the latest mental health trend. But does it work? . 2023-12-12 . Today.
  8. Web site: Cow Hugging Emerges as Latest Wellness Trend: 'People Think It's Very Relaxing' . 2023-12-12 . People.
  9. Web site: 2023-12-04 . Feeling stressed? You can cuddle cows to relieve anxiety at this farm . 2023-12-12 . Euronews.
  10. Web site: Rai . Margesh . 2022-10-25 . Cow Cuddling Therapy: A New Wellness Trend in Demand . 2023-12-12 . SwadeshiVIP.
  11. Sharma . Shubham . 'Cow cuddling': psychotherapy to reduce stress and anxiety . International Journal of Indian Psychology . 25 December 2013 . 1 . 1 . 10.25215/0901.011 . free .
  12. https://ourguidelines.ndis.gov.au/would-we-fund-it/assistive-technologies/therapy-animals
  13. News: 'These cows saved my life': The Queensland farm offering healing cattle cuddles . The Guardian . 13 August 2022 .
  14. Web site: Pets and mental health .
  15. News: 'These cows saved my life': The Queensland farm offering healing cattle cuddles . The Guardian . 13 August 2022 .
  16. Goodwin . Renee D. . Taha . Farah . Global health benefits of being raised in a rural setting: Results from the N ational C omorbidity S urvey . Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences . June 2014 . 68 . 6 . 395–403 . 10.1111/pcn.12144 . 24641788 .
  17. Web site: Farm-based activities can support mental wellness. Why aren't there more care farms in the U.S.? . 5 October 2023 .

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