After a man was confronted by an irate woman who insisted that he was speeding through her neighborhood, it became clear to him that she had a lot on her mind and that her emotions were the result of ...

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A recent study published in the Journal of Nursing Practice has revealed that self-hugging can reduce feelings of anxiety, according to Psychology Today. The study, led by scientist Yulia Susanti from ...

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Getting hugged by a friend can help with negative feelings, but what about self-hugging? Anxiety is a common problem that many people experience in their lives. One strategy that can help reduce ...