My son has an "emotional support" dog. His therapist told me she wanted him to get one because it would get him out of the house. He has anxiety, but not total social anxiety.

He is allowed to have the dog in his apartment, even in places with "no pets allowed" policies, but he can't take her just anywhere.

A "service" dog can be taken everywhere, though.

I think it would help. Just having a pet is therapeutic!

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