An aquarium at home can have therapeutic benefits, other than being a decorative element. Homeowners and the rest of the people in the household can relax simply by watching the fish swim around in their own little world. Studies have already found various health benefits that result from keeping an aquarium at home. Some of those that were reported to have enjoyed a more relaxing feeling while observing fishes in an aquarium include hyperactive children and hypertensive adults.
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Relaxing
During stressful or overly active times, it is advisable that people stop and divert their attention to the aquarium. They can spend a few minutes just observing what is going on inside the water-filled box. Maybe it’s the hypnotic movement of the fish or maybe it’s the blue and green shades in the water.
Whatever it is, those who spent time in front of these aquariums are relieved of whatever it is they are feeling within a matter of minutes. Health experts actually advice people to install aquariums in their homes and offices.
Setting up your aquarium
To enjoy the therapeutic benefits of having an aquarium, there are several factors that you have to consider. There are books and instructional videos that can help you set up your own aquarium at home. It would be a good idea to read through these materials first before you go shopping for your aquarium materials and fishes. You can also visit your local pet store to find out if you can buy an entire package already set up for you. Some online pet stores will also have galleries for you to look through for your desired aquarium set up.
Aquarium Care
Make sure that you have a safe place to put your aquarium in. Do not put your aquarium in a place where direct sunlight hits. You should also not put your aquarium in a place where there is a lot of traffic. You do not want people to accidentally bump into your aquarium or maybe even drop things on it. You also have to take the time to maintain your aquarium regularly. Cleaning an aquarium is different from keeping pests away from the home, it’s much easier to do.
Accessorize
There are accessories that you can buy to help keep your aquarium clean. Cleaning instructions are also available online or through your pet store representative. If you think that you are ready to whisk away your daily stress with your own aquarium, it’s time to go out. Choose your fish and aquarium set up, and then install it at a designated spot in your home or office.
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I love aquariums! I have to agree they are very therapeutic! I’ve had an aquarium most of my life and I find them fascinating!
Those are really gorgeous aquariums. (Aquaria?) I think that’s why so many doctors offices have them in the waiting room -they have a soothing effect. I know it’s very hypnotic and calming. When I was in the hospital a few years ago, there was a TV channel there that was nothing but but an aquarium view – in HD. It did help me feel better!
I used to have an aquarium at home and just loved it…until when I needed to replace fish and I heard that 95% of fish and birds imported for pets die before they even get to your house. How AWFUL and cruel. I’ll stick with the aquarium channel on the TV for now…
I loved having aquariums when I was little! They bring such life to the house!
This is a great post — I’ve never really thought about getting an aquarium before, but, after reading this post, might. It really gives one to think about and shows the benefits of having one. Great post!
The aquariums in the pics are amazing. Probably takes a lot in upkeep to have something like those, but they’re beautiful.