25/09/2026
๐ท๐๐ ๐ผ๐, ๐ฑ๐๐๐๐ ๐ธ๐ ๐ธ๐! ๐ซ๐ค
๐๐'๐ ๐ฃ๐๐๐ฐ๐๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐, ๐ฃ๐๐๐ธ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐! ๐
Ever wondered why hugs seem to make everything you're carrying a little bit lighter? More than just a simple affectionate gesture, hugs actually have meaningful effects on our minds and bodies!
Hugging can help regulate the bodyโs response to stress, including its cortisol response. It can also provide a sense of comfort and connection, making it better for our overall mental wellbeing!
๐๐ค๐ข๐๐ฉ๐๐ข๐๐จ, ๐ ๐ก๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ก๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ข๐ฉ๐ ๐๐๐ฃ ๐ข๐๐ ๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ซ๐ฎ ๐๐๐ฎ ๐๐๐๐ก ๐ก๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ง. ๐
So, the next time you see someone having a rough day, remember that support doesnโt always have to come in big gestures, it can come in open arms. When was the last time you hugged somebody? ๐ซ
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References:
Cohen, S., Janicki-Deverts, D., Turner, R. B., & Doyle, W. J. (2014). Does hugging provide Stress-Buffering social Support? A study of Susceptibility to Upper respiratory Infection and illness. Psychological Science, 26(2), 135โ147. https://doi.org/10.1177/0956797614559284
Pellegino, D. (2025, March 21). Healthy Hugs | OlympusMD- The power of hugs! OlympusMD. https://olympusmdwellness.com/blog/healthy-hugs/
Rao, R. (2024, December 20). Hugging: a simple act to improve cognitive function. Apollo Health. https://www.apollohealthco.com/hugging-a-simple-act-to-improve-cognitive-function/
Romney, C. E., Arroyo, A. C., Robles, T. F., & Zawadzki, M. J. (2023). Hugs and cortisol awakening Response the next day: An Ecological Momentary Assessment study. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 20(7), 5340. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20075340
Pubmat & Caption | Nadine Arevalo