Lose yourself in a warm embrace and, just for a moment, all your worries seem miles away. Hugs — a universal gesture of caring, warmth and connection — offer an immense capacity to heal, uplift and ...

New research reveals that warmth, experienced through touch like a hug, significantly enhances bodily self-awareness and ...

Getting hugged by a friend can help with negative feelings, but what about self-hugging? Anxiety is a common problem that many people experience in their lives. One strategy that can help reduce ...

A recent study published in the Journal of Nursing Practice has revealed that self-hugging can reduce feelings of anxiety, according to Psychology Today. The study, led by scientist Yulia Susanti from ...

Research shows that simple practices such as self-hugs, soothing touch, and hand-to-heart can calm the nervous system, supporting caregivers and the children in their care. As a veteran pre-K teacher ...

Stress can escalate when you lack a calming environment. Here are five discreet ways to counteract your body’s stress response, no matter where you are. Stress doesn’t play by the rules. It doesn’t ...