New psychology research sheds light on the dark side of intimate touch

New psychology research sheds light on the dark side of intimate touch

A new study suggests that certain personality traits and past relationship patterns are linked to whether an individual avoids intimate touch or uses it to control their romantic partner. The research also indicates that the mechanisms behind these behaviors may differ between men and women. The findings were published in the journal Current Psychology. The study, led by University of Virginia PhD student Emily R. Ives and Binghamton University …