The physical presence or touch, like hugs, from members of your support network can have a calming effect, reducing cortisol (the stress hormone) levels and increasing oxytocin (the happiness hormone). This physical aspect of support can be profoundly soothing, directly reducing stress on both a psychological and physiological level.
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