After the intervention, the volunteers showed a decrease in anxiety levels, and no participant experienced severe anxiety or ...

Getting hugged by a friend can help fight negative feelings. But what about hugging yourself? A recent study explored this question.

"Hugging my younger self bc she deserved better friends," one person posted. Another person wrote: "Hugging my younger self cause she needed love while her dad had cancer." ...

A new study reveals that self-hugging can significantly reduce anxiety levels. Even in the absence of others, this simple gesture may offer emotional relief and help manage stress.

It is one of our most basic requirements ... You got your back When you give yourself a hug, it can help you feel more connected to yourself and less alone. When you wrap your arms around your ...