When couples face relationship hurdles, the instinct might be to create physical distance. Yet research suggests that maintaining physical connection—specifically holding hands—during challenging ...

When tension rises between partners, the natural instinct often drives couples to create distance—both emotional and physical. Yet counterintuitively, maintaining contact during these challenging ...

We often see couples strolling along crowded streets, on the beach, even sitting on their own front porch holding hands. How important is hand-holding to relationship satisfaction? Having a Hand to ...

Q: I’m curious why humans hold hands. Is there a biological reason it’s such a common part of relationships across so many cultures? A: Holding hands exerts striking effects on our emotional state, ...

HOUSTON — It’s a common gesture across cultures and there are plenty of studies to show holding hands has a lot of benefits. According to the Washington Post, it can help lower blood pressure, reduce ...