Healing touch isn’t just poetic — it’s physical science. A growing body of research shows that a woman’s affectionate touch can produce real physiological effects in a man: lowering stress, easing pain, and strengthening emotional connection. When words fall short, the hand may speak for you. Reference: A partner’s touch relieves pain, study shows — Medical News Today Reference: The Healing Power of Touch: New Scientific Insights — Psychology Today Disclaimer: Some parts of this image may be cre