A stressful lifestyle or an innate condition can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, mental fatigue, and even suicidal thoughts. Naturally, this can significantly impede on a person’s emotional well-being. Because traditional therapies and medication treatments prove ineffective in a lot of cases, more and more people are adopting an emotional support animal (ESA) to remedy these common ailments. In essence, an ESA is a four-legged companion (dog, cat, rabbit, and more) whose role is to provide emotional assistance to their owner. They can be prescribed by a health professional, psychologist, or psychiatrist, and are subject to strict legislation. Here, we take a look at how an ESA can help relieve those suffering from mental disorders.

First it was clearing out cupboards and sorting out the unwanteds. Then it was heavy TV watching. But after the first couple of weeks at home many started to discover new interests...

Sometimes we make mistakes. Sometimes we might pick a career that seems to be ideal for us, but that turns out to be wrong. It makes us miserable, even depressed. It makes us wish we had done something else, and we might even start to wonder what other possibilities are out there.

Welcome to the May issue of AlgarvePLUS magazine. This issue focusses on the new lifestyle that is emerging. A mix of interesting reads and pertinent information that may help you through this challenging time. From restaurants that will keep your taste buds happy at home and health advice worth following, to staying entertained with new interests, the travel opportunities that will open new doors, and people and places.  

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Algarve Fun, a leading provider of tickets for attractions including water parks in Portugal, conducted a survey to measure the expected effect of Covid-19 on the summer season which is so crucial for many tourism businesses.

The survey found that 69.3% of respondents still intend to go on holiday this summer. Of course this will be dependent upon whether there are any restrictions remaining and on the availability of flights. Flights could be in short supply if social distancing measures are introduced on airlines, not least with RyanAir who have already threatened not to fly if they are forced to leave middle seats empty.

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Enjoy this Virtual Concert of talented young pianist Nikola Meeuwsen, playing Brahms Drie Intermezzi, op. 117, brought to you by Algarve History Association.

A certain song or an image of past events can trigger a whole series of recollections and get you wondering about the people and places that have changed course over the years.

Take a peek at April 2020 AlgarvePLUS Magazine page 28 to find out what happened to 60's supermodel Celia Hammond and band manager Gerry Marsden, plus more...

Article by kind pemission of AlgarvePLUS Magazine

Welcome to the April issue of AlgarvePLUS magazine. Enjoy a good, absorbing read that will inform and entertain.

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