Aalto University, the level of people’s comfort with another person’s touch varies by country, gender, and relationship.The hug is so entrenched in American culture that we celebrate National Hug Day on January 21st every year, says an article published by Psychology Today.
Archeological evidence suggests that humans have been huggers for thousands of years. The report also mentions that the average hug lasts about 3.17 seconds.Hugs have different meanings, the same as the word love.
There’s the kinship love and hug you give to your parents and extended family. It’s different from the “side hug” you give your best friend or close coworker.
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