HealthStudy Finds 20-Second Self-Touch Lowers Stress Instantly
A 2021 study published on ResearchGate.net found that a simple 20-second self-soothing touch can reduce physiological stress responses. Researchers tested 159 young adults using the Trier Social Stress Test, which involves public speaking and mental arithmetic. The study showed that self-directed touch can mimic the calming effects of social connection, providing instant stress relief even when alone.
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