You walk into a family holiday gathering with your child in tow. Aunt Kathy bends down and stretches out her arms to your little one: “Come over here and give me a big hug!” Your kid gets quiet, ...

There was a time when just walking through the door was enough to feel the warmth of her embrace. She'd greet you with a smile that seemed to hug you before her hands did, with a spontaneous and ...

First dates can be a little nerve-wracking, especially when you don’t know what to expect. Questions such as: “Will they like me?”, “Can I kiss on the first date?”, and “When should I follow up about ...

Could a 6-second kiss save your relationship? TikTok users have lately been lauding the "6-second kiss rule," which is exactly what it sounds like: A ritual of kissing your partner for at least 6 ...

As the holiday season approaches, that means family gatherings, and the question of how much affection kids should be expected to give.

When did you last hug or kiss someone? Hugging, kissing, and other affectionate touch are important parts of romantic relationships, but people differ quite a bit in how much they hug and kiss their ...

Dear Annie: I have recently become acquainted with an older gentleman who is about the same age as my father would have been, well over 100. He is surprisingly active for his age, much more than I am, ...