Had they not been holding hands, the doctor said, their injuries may have caused heart problems or serious burns. “The chance of getting hit by lightning is very uncommon and perhaps one in a ...

HOUSTON — It’s a common gesture across cultures and there are plenty of studies to show holding hands has a lot of benefits. According to the Washington Post, it can help lower blood pressure ...

And the more those brain waves sync, the more the pain goes away. Key takeaways Holding the hand of a loved one in pain can synchronize breathing, heart rate and brain wave patterns. The more empathy ...