“See how she leans her cheek upon her hand. O, that I were a glove upon that hand That I might touch that cheek!” William Shakespeare The physical sensation of being touched can have a powerful effect ...

An international research team concludes that gentle touch is not only good for mental health, but also for the evolution of cooperation. The power of touch and social connections helps people to cope ...

Physical contact is humanity's oldest language. Long before words, a touch, a hug, or a pat served to communicate protection, affection, and belonging. In the context of marriage, where routine can ...

A new study from Scripps Research reveals how a key touch-sensing protein detects mechanical forces with remarkable precision. Each time something lightly presses against your skin, specialized sensor ...