Touching robots in what humans think of as intimate places arouses emotions in people, but they're not what you think -- the resulting feelings are mostly ones of discomfort, researchers say. This new ...

The Japanese have a word that some believe they borrowed from English, but you won’t find it in any dictionary. When the Japanese use this word, they're referring to the importance of touch in close ...

IF YOU FIND yourself craving extra cuddles, hankering for a random hookup, or nuzzling against your pooch's neck more than usual, you might be touch-starved. Touch starvation—also called touch ...

Touch deprivation is a real problem. Here’s how to navigate it and protect your mental health. Touch starvation, also known as touch deprivation or “skin hunger,” refers to experiencing a chronic lack ...

A new study suggests that certain personality traits and past relationship patterns are linked to whether an individual avoids intimate touch or uses it to control their romantic partner. The research ...

Touch is a fundamental sense that permeates all aspects of our lives, from the gentle caress of a loved one to the firm grip of a handshake. The sensation of touch arises from a variety of ...