The perception of affective touch in women affected by obesity

The perception of affective touch in women affected by obesity

IntroductionPleasant and comforting bodily contacts characterized intimate and affective interactions. Affective touch informs us about others’ emotions and intentions, sustains intimacy and closeness, protecting from loneliness and psychological distress. Previous evidence points to an altered expe...

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Main Authors: Sofia Tagini, Massimo Scacchi, Alessandro Mauro, Federica Scarpina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-08-01
Series:Frontiers in Psychology
Subjects:
affective touch
obesity
interpersonal relationships
interpersonal pleasure
imagery
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1171070/full

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