Physical affection is related to lower blood pressure. Among women, those who receive more hugs from their romantic partners have lower resting blood pressure, as this study illustrates.

Physical affection is one of the most direct and important ways that people communicate intimacy in their romantic relationships. And it seems to occur in romantic relationships all over the world ...

Here are 7 scientifically-proven benefits of showing affection to your partner 1. Physical affection releases feel-good hormones. Halay Alex via Shutterstock ...

"If a child observes their parents rarely being close or warm to each other, this child might grow up with the notion that ...

Coronavirus: Our need for physical affection and why the pandemic could be harming our instincts. The discovery of germ theory more than a 100 years ago had a detrimental impact on parenting ...

Insecure attachment and "attention-seeking" behaviors may stem from lack of physical affection, experts say. In his new memoir, Prince Harry says he wasn't hugged by his parents as a child.

Whether you’re a touchy-feely person or not, there are multiple reasons to be more physically affectionate in your close relationships. Here are seven, with links to the research: 1. Physical ...