Chickens for depression

[Roxanne06]

Someone gave me 6 baby chicks. I started reading all I could by baying a book for kids on how to raise them. I bought a d put together a coop with a run. I let them out every day at dusk a d just watch them. I have given them cold strawberries a d watermelon. But don't know exactly how to do the treat thing. Is it really once a day or once a week? My mood has really changed a d I am getting attached to them. I feel joy and happiness. They are 8 weeks old now. My depression has truly lifted.

 

[SueH1]

Animals make us feel better. Something to look forward too. Chickens can be funny. Fun to watch. Glad you are feeling more fulfilled.

 

[N F C]

Hi, thanks for joining us! Glad you're enjoying your flock. You'll want to be very sparing with the treats, otherwise your chickens will fill up on those and not eat their nutritionally sound feed.

Here are a couple of links to information about treats you may find interesting:
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Chicken Treat Chart—the Best Treats for Backyard Chickens

 

[swampfox440]

Welcome to BYC ! Nothing as good as animal therapy .

 

[Aapomp831]

Glad you found us! I suffer from bipolar type two disorder, so I completely understand depression! It’s the worst. Sitting with my chickens helps me feel calm as well; it’s a proven fact that just touching an animal can lower cortisol levels. Good luck to you, and let us know if there’s anything that you ever need! These people have helped me through a lot with my chickens.

 

[theoldchick]

I love sitting and watching my chickens. They are so entertaining as they go about their daily business.

 

[sourland]

Hello, and welcome to BYC - enjoy your flock.

 

[Fuchsia]

Hello
Welcome to BYC!! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello, Roxanne, and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Chickens are excellent therapy!

 

[CluckerFamily]

Welcome to BYC!!