Cats As Companions: We’Re Happier with Felines

Poster Session X

Keyword: Happiness

Abstract: This study examined how an individual’s mood is impacted by different levels of exposure to cats. Results indicated that participants experienced increased pleasure, arousal, and overall mood when in the presence of a cat. This was significantly different from participants who watched cat videos or had no cat exposure.

• Samantha Beickel (Presenting Author)
• Julia Sauers (Author)
• Grace Stem (Author)
• Andrew Talbot (Author)