This guy is totally into you, but he's too scared to say it out loud, fearing rejection or that you might not feel the same. Yet, he lets you know through a hug.

There are a number of behaviors that demonstrate the connection between our emotional and physical health, and advance our well-being. One such practice that stimulates a litany of positive benefits ...

You probably use hugs to express your love for your family and friends. Maybe you also use them as a way of saying hello and goodbye when you meet good friends. Perhaps you haven't thought further ...

There’s no better place to read between the grip than the hug. It’s like a gauge of human emotions. Weak, halfhearted hugs are disappointing and can demonstrate obligation or distraction, but it’s the ...

While it may not have been marked on your calendar, Jan. 21 is National Hug Day, so while we observe the holiday by engaging in embraces, it's the perfect time to reflect on the hugs we've given, ...

It's well-known that emotions can greatly affect your body language. For example, if you're nervous you may fidget or shake. And if you're uncomfortable, you may cross your arms. New research suggest ...

Lisa A Williams receives funding from the Australian Research Council (LP140100034). Friends, children, romantic partners, family members – many of us exchange hugs with others on a regular basis. New ...

Even as children grow independent, they still deeply need hugs for security, emotional bonding, and stress management. This simple act releases feel-good hormones, fostering resilience and ...

Apparently, despite Kendrick Lamar fans claiming that he officially "won" the beef between himself and Drake after his Super Bowl halftime show, it's not over. At least, it doesn't seem to be, if you ...

Virginia Satir, a world-renowned family therapist, is famous for saying “We need 4 hugs a day for survival. We need 8 hugs a day for maintenance. We need 12 hugs a day for growth.” How many hugs are ...