It is now scientifically proven: Teddy bears have the power to comfort us, regardless of our age


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The perception of the comfort of a teddy bear does not change over the course of life. Photo: 123rf.com

It has been scientifically demonstrated that stuffed animals have the capacity to comfort us, no matter how old we are. But could humans’ attachment to plush toys contribute to raising our awareness of the importance of preserving other species such as insects or birds?

Have you ever wondered why we have so much affection for a stuffed version of an animal we would never, ever, want to come face to face with? The classic example is undoubtedly the bear, which in its toy form has been transformed into a reassuring and tender figure by western societies for decades.

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