The Psychology and Neuroscience of Hugging: A Multidisciplinary Perspective
Author:   Sebastian Ocklenburg
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Edition:   2nd ed. 2025
ISBN:  

9783662692813


Pages:   54
Publication Date:   21 July 2024
Format:   Paperback
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The Psychology and Neuroscience of Hugging: A Multidisciplinary Perspective


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This Springer essential aims to present the various research branches on the topic of hugging and to unite them in a multidisciplinary perspective. Hugs are an important part of close social relationships and, according to current research, can positively contribute to mental and physical health. The research interest in the scientific exploration of hugging has increased significantly in various disciplines in recent years.

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Author:   Sebastian Ocklenburg
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
Edition:   2nd ed. 2025
ISBN:  

9783662692813


ISBN 10:   3662692813
Pages:   54
Publication Date:   21 July 2024
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Introduction: From Self-Hugging to Group Hugging: Forms of Embraces.- From Hormones to Neurons: The Neuroscientific Perspective on Embraces.- The Influence of Culture and Gender on Embraces.- How Embraces Can Help Regulate Stress.- Do Embraces Have an Effect on Physical Health?.- Embraces in the Animal Kingdom and the Evolution of Embraces.- The Future of Embrace Research.

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Professor Dr. Sebastian Ocklenburg is a Professor of Research Methods in Psychology at MSH Medical School Hamburg, where he conducts research on the psychological significance of social touch.

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