"The Key to Boosting Mental Health: Embracing Couple Activities, Say Experts"

Experts claim that holding hands with a trusted person has a positive impact on stress response, as it dampens the brain's threat signals and reduces stress hormones and heart rate. The physical touch of hand-holding triggers the release of feel-good chemicals like oxytocin and serotonin, fostering a sense of social bonding and connectedness. Studies have shown that holding hands can decrease cortisol levels, lower pain perception, and decrease inflammation in the body, highlighting the importance of physical touch for mental well-being.