Research says that our health can suffer when we don’t experience enough physical contact. Here’s how to get more.

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Touch starvation refers to the longing for touch or physical contact from other living beings. Deprivation of physical touch may result in people experiencing negative sensations, such as feelings of ...

Touching your toes depends on the flexibility of your hamstrings, calves, ankles, glutes, hips, and lower back. Tightness in any one area can limit your reach. You may be able to improve flexibility ...

A supportive pat on the back can lead to victory, according to study. June 9, 2011 -- A pat on the back, a touch on the arm, could these be the keys to an NBA championship? According to two scientists ...

Touch stimulates nerves under your skin that trigger a rush of feel-good chemicals. You may feel agitated and experience "skin hunger" if you don't get enough touch. You can remedy this by giving ...

Ready to Tell Someone You Love ’Em? Here’s How “The love languages are a great model for understanding what your partner needs and how to express your love for them,” says relationship coach and ...

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