In life, everyone goes through good times and hard times, and a gesture like a hug could work as a first aid in urgency. But how could you help yourself when you're away from your beloveds?

I have always been fat and people have never ceased to remind me of it. The barbs came from my own parents, from fellow students and teachers, and random strangers on the road. For much of my teen ...

"I don't care what people think. If it works, I will give them a hug myself." One of the targets of the custom notification program was killed in a gang-related shooting weeks after police sought ...

Valentine's Week celebrates love in seven unique ways, with Hug Day on February 12th symbolizing emotional connection through different types of hugs. Each hug, from the firm bear hug to the ...

Solo Option: Hug a pet, pillow, or even yourself! Self-hugs release oxytocin too. Go for 20 Seconds: It takes 20 seconds for oxytocin to surge. Mindful Embrace: Focus on the moment—no distractions.