Human Physical Touch Relieves Stress and Loneliness
Human touch may have a calming effect and help you better cope with stress. For example, studies show that positive physical contact and sex may help relieve stress and loneliness. These types of contact may help release oxytocin and lower cortisol. In turn, these effects help lower blood pressure and heart rate. Both high blood pressure and increased heart rate are physical symptoms of stress.
NOTE: Give those you love a great daily vitamin: A warm hug. Those you love and you will feel better.