Rabbits are one of the most popular pets. However, rabbits have been a part of lives, cultures, and religious practices for much longer than they have been considered pets. Historically speaking, rabbits hold a great deal of symbolic meaning. This can guide dreams, art, and even traditional dress.
Rabbits almost always symbolize prosperity, abundance, good luck, and fertility. Unlike many other animals, which have different meanings in different cultures, rabbit symbolism is consistent.
Rabbits are mostly kept by children. However, a recent study revealed that there is something good for women to raise rabbits. In fact, psychology clinics are now keeping rabbits in their practice rooms.
A recent study by a team of specialists at the University of Missouri led by Professor Rebecca Johnson suggests that the presence of rabbits can provide comfort for women. Next, the researchers observed decreased levels of a stress hormone called cortisol in the female body after stroking the rabbit's thick hair for several minutes.
Raising rabbits according to Dr. Johnson includes the process of caring for rabbits, facilitating their owners to build social relationships, teaching women to understand themselves and others, and how to communicate effectively with other people, maybe this happens because rabbit care is quite difficult. and requires maintenance. intensive so that it requires input and information from many people.Â
Women who rode rabbits were also studied to have better emotional and attitude control. Rabbits are often used as part of therapy to help cure serious illnesses in children and adolescents, such as autism, depression, and lack of self-confidence.
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