The Relationship between Health Anxiety, Perceived Stress and Satisfaction of Pet Owners
The Relationship between Health Anxiety, Perceived Stress and Satisfaction of Pet Owners
Author(s): Mădălina BudimirSubject(s): Anthropology, Social Sciences, Sociology
Published by: Editura Universitatii Transilvania din Brasov
Keywords: human-animal interaction; life satisfaction; perceived stress; pets; anxiety;
Summary/Abstract: Introduction: The aim of the study is to see if and in what way pets influence certain aspects of their owners˴ lives. Methodology: A number of 856 participants filled in the online form, out of which 586 have at least one pet. Results: The results show that there are significant differences between the two groups. Animal owners are less anxious about their health, have a lower perceived stress level and higher life satisfaction than non-owners. Conclusion: Given the results obtained, pets positively influence the life of the owner. This link should be studied in more detail in future research.
Journal: Bulletin of the Transilvania University of Braşov, Series VII: Social Sciences and Law
- Issue Year: 14/2021
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 237-246
- Page Count: 10
- Language: English