Jun 9, 2020 · At a time in history when we could all use a good hug, researchers have just advanced the science of the ideal snuggle. Hugging is known to have myriad emotional and health benefits, but will...

Mar 26, 2020 · Hugging has many health benefits—hugs are good for your physical, mental, and emotional health, as well as your relationships. Here's the research.

Apr 11, 2018 · Hugs can have health benefits, including reducing fear, stress, and pain. They may also support immune and cardiovascular health.

Mar 22, 2016 · We hug people we love, but to what extent is it OK to hug someone you barely know? These seven rules will help you decide when and who to hug.

Mar 3, 2022 · Here is the shocking truth about hugs: they can boost your happiness, reduce stress, improve your health, and give you a stronger sense of belonging. Yes, all this from one simple hug. How? Let me...

Jan 19, 2022 · What makes a good hug? Can you become a better hugger? Surprisingly, researchers have found answers on how to give a perfect hug. Should you go in for a long hug? Or does that risk becoming awkward? Are shorter hugs better?

Jun 24, 2020 · Science has proven repeatedly that mothers and babies benefit from skin-to-skin hugging for months after birth. And it’s not just babies who feel better when they have a hug, we all do. How do we...

Sep 16, 2024 · To give a great hug, make sure to hug only when the person seems prepared for your embrace and extends their arms. Next, hold the hug for a moment before letting go, or wait until the person loosens their hold, especially if they are upset and need comforting.

Nov 1, 2021 · How often do you experience the power of a good hug? Some people hug a lot, some shy away from physical contact, most are somewhere in the middle. Wherever you are on the hug spectrum, read this to learn to get huggier, how to give a good hug, and how hugs improve your overall well being.