The Psychology and Neuroscience of Hugging

A Multidisciplinary Perspective

The Psychology and Neuroscience of Hugging

A Multidisciplinary Perspective

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This Springer essential aims to present the various research branches on the topic of hugging and to unite them in a multidisciplinary perspective. Hugs are an important part of close social relationships and, according to current research, can positively contribute to mental and physical health. The research interest in the scientific exploration of hugging has increased significantly in various disciplines in recent years.



Introduction: From Self-Hugging to Group Hugging: Forms of Embraces

From Hormones to Neurons: The Neuroscientific Perspective on Embraces
The Influence of Culture and Gender on Embraces
How Embraces Can Help Regulate Stress
Do Embraces Have an Effect on Physical Health?
Embraces in the Animal Kingdom and the Evolution of Embraces
The Future of Embrace Research.


ISBN 978-3-662-69281-3
Artikelnummer 9783662692813
Medientyp Buch
Auflage 2024
Copyrightjahr 2024
Verlag Springer, Berlin
Umfang 54 Seiten
Abbildungen Approx. 55 p.
Sprache Englisch