You might be touch starved if you're not receiving enough physical affection from your loved ones. Our experts explain the consequences of a lack of physical touch and how to know if you need more ...

Research says that we touch very little in America, only twice a day and that includes sex. In the Philippines, the average is 181 times a day.

I was used to casual touch and missed it when my 19-year relationship ended, and we divorced. Platonic touch between my friends and me became important when I was touch-starved. My dogs also help ...

If touch is just a preference, then working with a couples therapist can allow you to see that both partners should be working to be more open-minded and less focused in general on their ...

I was used to casual touch and missed it when my 19-year relationship ended, and we divorced. Platonic touch between my friends and me became important when I was touch-starved.

Negotiate positive touch with older boys. If your son is self-conscious about public displays of affection, find a compromise. A goodbye hug can happen at home or a block away.

Jessica: Maybe when you’re in a super touch-starved state, you desire pup play. That’s fine! Rich: That will get you the touch that you want—it’s just another way of going about it.