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FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 29, 2021·4 min readThe Neuroscience of Why Hugs Feel So GoodWhether you hug to show affection to comfort a loved one in pain, researchers explore the neuroscience of why a cuddle feels so good.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·November 5, 2018·4 min readHappy Childhood Memories Linked to Better Health in Later LifeAdults with happy childhood memories report better physical health and lower instances of depression than those with less positive early memories, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 29, 2018·3 min readWhy People Have Lateral Preferences When Kissing and HuggingA new study reveals why we have a lateral preference when it comes to displaying social emotions. Researchers say that while handedness plays a part in why we prefer to hug or kiss on one side, emotional content also plays a role.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·November 7, 2014·2 min readResponse to Threat Reduced by Reminders of AffectionA new study reports being shown images of others being cared for and loved reduces the brain's response to threat.Read More
