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Psychology | Relationships

Study breaks down the healing effects of a loving touch

Holding a partner's hand - especially if they are empathetic and biologically synced up to you - can diminish the feeling of pain, according to a new study from Colorado University, Boulder.

News | In the News

Holding hands to comfort loved ones does help reduce pain, US study shows

Holding the hand of a loved one to comfort them really does help reduce pain, a US study has shown.