2023年6月17日 · Hugs are a go-to greeting, but that doesn't meant they're always appropriate. These are the top six times you should not hug someone.

2020年11月12日 · From professional huggers to rent-a-cuddler businesses, some individuals have a stronger need for physical affection than others. And science explains these individuals may reap several health benefits. Hugging and touch has been linked to everything from a stronger immune system to lower stress to decreased risk for depression.

2019年11月27日 · Not wanting to hug or be hugged is a problem grown-ups deal with, too. A recent post on Captain Awkward, a practical advice blog for adults, recently considered this same issue, from a more...

2018年9月4日 · Regardless of whether you are pro or anti-embrace, here’s everything to know about the human behavior of hugging: So why is it that some people love a good hug, while others abhor them? According...

2018年8月23日 · If a person has been a victim of abuse or trauma during their lives, they may be especially fearful of social touch or hugs. They may be fearful that a “friendly hug” may be a warning sign ...

2022年11月22日 · Ask yourself, is the hug for you or for the person you’re trying to hug? Hugger or not, consider what you’re trying to get across with your greeting and what might be the best way to ...

2023年7月14日 · Declining a hug may feel awkward, but usually all it takes is a friendly smile and suggested alternative like a handshake. The key is to be tactful yet firm about your boundaries. Don’t feel pressured into unwanted physical contact.

2016年3月22日 · These seven empirically-based rules will help you avoid the embarrassment, or worse, from a poorly-timed or unwelcome hug. Try to gauge the other person’s signals. Some people automatically hug...

2024年9月17日 · To Hug or Not to Hug? Child bereavement specialist Lucy Lynch shares her thoughts and experience on the subject of hugging children - or not. 'A hug provides complex responses that warm our heart and make us feel better.'