The Illustrated Guide to Free Hugs

Further research done on the benefits of hugs can be found at the links below:

Articles in PDF Format

• Critical Care Nurse Editorial - Hugs & Healthy Hearts

• Warm Partner Contact Is Related to Lower Cardiovascular Reactivity

• More frequent hugs linked to lower blood pressure and heart rate in women

• Human Affection Exchange

Articles in .TXT Format

• Humane Resources: In Defense of Hugs in an Age of Paranoia (American Journal of Nursing)