Critical Thinking Discussion Questions: Chapters 6 and 7

List some of the benefits of the animal-human relationships on children, adolescents,
and all adults. How do pets demonstrate mindfulness? How do humans reciprocate that
mindfulness? Identify three of the benefits of animal assisted therapies.
Social risk reduction across ages is a major benefit of the animal-human relationship. There was
no social interaction during the pandemic, and people who had animal companions could no
longer feel the solitude. This relationship can also be a good anxiety reducer. A clever strategy
for managing any kind of stress involves spending quality time with our dogs, which is an
enjoyable social interaction and a reliable social connection provider. Individuals of every age
frequently seek solace and emotional support from their dogs after getting distressed. An
adjusted bond provides the emotional comfort that teens need to overcome the change in peer
support networks without becoming anxious. Mindfulness becomes possible through pets, for
they can draw us away from our monotonous routines to go and have some small exercise.
Practicing compassion for others is possible through dogs. Humans and animals can exchange
happy endorphin doses after a brief interaction. The improved ability to communicate, self-
control, and make individual decisions are the pros of animal-assisted therapies, which permits
redirection and facilitates a better focus on the tasks at hand.
Identify the activity you did and then describe your experience in detail. Identify and
explain at least three of the benefits that music has on various stages and aspects of our
lives.
Music was my preferred activity because it helped me deal with stressful situations. I selected
peaceful music to pay attention to while driving home on my last day as an intern. It must have
been pleasant since I could feel every muscle loosen with body relaxation. I realized that I no
longer overthink situations like before while driving home. Rather, I had a tranquil mindset and
found it easy to relax. Calmness became a reality after arriving home as well as on the drive. I
typically get some aggressive driving, though I became quite patient. Improvements in morale,
calmness, and memory are a few advantages of music listening. Music can interact with our
limbic system, which makes it good for relaxation, where sentiments and feelings are stored. The
autonomic nervous system helps to regulate a pulse, blood pressure, and heart rate. The
simultaneous effects of music on the brain's right and left hemispheres help to increase learning
and memory.