it depends on both you and the kind of pet you chose. Some people consider a dog's constant nagging for a walk is a good distraction, but some others would hate it. Some people consider a cat's finicky behavior is funny, but some others--like me--does not. A hamster can be temperamental and nippy but in the name of responsible pet ownership you wouldn't want to give him/her up just after a few days right so you have a ton of things to think about before doing this. Try to care for a pet for a week or two just to see how will it feels like. Trust me, it's not as nice as you think it would be. Plus, pets can make your mental problems worse since they don't live very long (especially hamsters. Only 5 years?!) and if a beloved pet passed away you might found yourself stuck deeper in the hole =\ lots of researches to be done, but YES my dog is the best therapist on Earth. I love him to pieces, but sometimes I hate him to pieces as well! :S
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