Physical touch plays a vital role in human connection and emotional bonding, according to extensive relationship psychology research. Understanding the science behind physical connection can ...

It’s widely recognized that the crises of loneliness, disconnection, and social fragmentation are touching nearly every aspect of our lives, from personal well-being to public health to democracy ...

“A good family is better than a great program.” I’ve repeated this mantra often over the past decade as an advocate for kids in foster care. What I mean is that people thrive when they feel connected, ...