He body language It is wise and in some cases gestures or actions say more than words. It is easier to demonstrate what we feel with the body than to say it, there are reactions that can explain and express our true feelings.
Over time, several scientific studies have explored the effects of physical contact between peoplefocusing in particular on hugs, a natural and common gesture that has been shown to have healthy effects.
Hugs, gestures imbued with love, affection and affection, go beyond a simple emotional expression: They create a palpable connection between people. Every hug triggers the release of oxytocin and endorphins, hormones recognized for their beneficial properties they contribute to a feeling of well-being and help reduce stress.
Physical contact and hugs
Social contact is essential for improving health and encouraging the building of closer, longer-lasting relationships. THE University of Oxfordin collaboration with Aalto University in Finland, conducted an exploratory study how physical touch is intrinsically linked to emotional relationships of people.
This study, which involved more than 1,350 participants from five European countries, focused on analyzing how behavior varies in terms of physical contact based on emotional relationships. Specifically, we examined the difference in willingness to contact among those with close ties, such as family and friends, and in interaction with strangers.
Hugs are necessary because they have positive effects. The purpose was to detect the body models of physical contact based on the type of relationships and the importance of having social ties.
Why do we need hugs?
After the investigation, specialists highlighted the neurobiological effects which were generated by establishing direct physical contact. A hug or caress stimulates a specific set of nerves, which are the tactile afferent neurons of the skin.
“CT scans show a preference for stimulation that moves across the surface of the skin, like a caress,” the researchers explained.
Psychologists emphasize that it is necessary to hug close people. A key factor for neurons to fire and transmit information to the brain is the speed at which strokes are performed. Slow cuddling releases endorphinsthat work like natural analgesic.
Robin Dunbar, one of the researchers responsible at the University of Oxford, explains that according to studies “endorphins are chemically related to opiates such as morphine”, but are more effective.
The researcher also noted that morphine has effects similar to direct physical contact. It is highlighted that the Hugs can numb physical pain since they generate the same chemical response in the body, it releases endorphins. A hug in a moment of both physical and psychological pain is comforting and necessary.
Source: Clarin
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