The Effect of Pets on Mental Health

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October

2026

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Being greeted every day after work by an enthusiastic dog, or a cat that curls up next to you on the couch. Pets can play an important role in our lives. And they can also have a positive effect on how we feel.

4 oktober is het Dierendag. De dag waarop we dieren vaak wat extra aandacht geven. Maar wist je dat een huisdier ook positieve effecten kan hebben op het mentaal welzijn van de mens? Een huisdier kan zorgen voor gezelschap en afleiding. Even met je hond wandelen om je gedachten even te verzetten. Of een kat die naast je op de bank komt zitten.

De voordelen van huisdieren op jouw welzijn

Een huisdier kan rust geven
Je hebt een reden om naar buiten te gaan
Een huisdier geeft structuur
Je voelt je minder eenzaam
Een huisdier geeft je een gevoel van verantwoordelijkheid

Maar een huisdier is geen oplossing voor alles

Een huisdier kan je steun, gezelschap en structuur geven. Maar het is geen oplossing voor mentale problemen. Zo blijkt ook uit dit recente onderzoek. Heb je langere tijd last van stress, somberheid of andere klachten? Praat dan met iemand die je vertrouwt of zoek professionele hulp.

Wij bieden een gratis Mentaal fit programma voor uitzendkrachten. Met dit (online) programma kun je samen met een coach werken aan je mentale welzijn.

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The Effect of Pets on Mental Health

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Stories of temporary workers living their dreams

It's Vitality Week!

More than 300 temporary workers have already found help through Geldfit

Here's How to Stay Healthy Through the Summer

Do you suffer from chronic fatigue? Here's how to get back in shape

Do you get a headache at the end of your workday? It could very well be due to your sitting posture.

A Mental Wellness Program Designed Specifically for Temporary Workers

Vacation pay: what do you do with it?

What can a budget coach do for you?

One-on-one support for your questions about mental health

Money Fairy Tales During Money Week

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