When did you last hug or kiss someone? Hugging, kissing, and other affectionate touch are important parts of romantic relationships, but people differ quite a bit in how much they hug and kiss their ...

A kiss is one of the most universal gestures in the world. It’s a wordless way to show affection that transcends language, culture, and even species boundaries, conveying a great deal of meaning ...

Kisses add depth and meaning to our interactions. The peck is a quick, light kiss on the lips or cheek. It's a universal sign of affection, shared between friends, and family, or a gesture of greeting ...

Lip kissing is an act that’s so natural and common in many present-day societies it is easily taken for granted. But it’s not actually clear whether people have always been kissing, or whether its ...

There are a number of good reasons that touching, hugging, and kissing the people we love feels comforting and reassuring. In this Spotlight, we will explore how such displays of affection impact your ...