The science of hugging: Interview with Prof. Sebastian Ocklenburg
Released Tuesday, 3rd May 2022
Good episode? Give it some love!
The science of hugging: Interview with Prof. Sebastian Ocklenburg
The science of hugging: Interview with Prof. Sebastian Ocklenburg
Tuesday, 3rd May 2022
Good episode? Give it some love!
Rate Episode
Why do hugs feel good?
Can hugs cure loneliness and depression?
Is hugging a tree good for you?
What is the optimal length of time to hug for "feel-good" hormones?
Can you hug yourself?
In this episode Leaf and Elfie talk with Prof. Sebastian Ocklenburg about the science of hugging to find out answers to these questions and understand his research on social touch.
Sebastian Ocklenburg, Ph.D., is a professor for research methods in psychology at the Department of Psychology at MSH Medical School, Hamburg, Germany.
Show More
Rate
From The Podcast
Leaf & Elfie: Curious Talks
"Curious. Novel. Expert." Join Leaf and Elfie as they talk to fascinating experts from different fields and backgrounds. Learn from the insights of a neuroscientist who studies the effects of meditation, a human rights activist who fights for social justice, and a vegan bodybuilder who challenges stereotypes. Launched in May 2020, this podcast covers topics such as psychology, self-improvement, social change and futuristic tech.Join Podchaser to...
- Rate podcasts and episodes
- Follow podcasts and creators
- Create podcast and episode lists
- & much more
Episode Tags
Do you host or manage this podcast?
Claim and edit this page to your liking.
,Claim and edit this page to your liking.
Unlock more with Podchaser Pro
- Audience Insights
- Contact Information
- Demographics
- Charts
- Sponsor History
- and More!
- Account
- Register
- Log In
- Find Friends
- Resources
- Help Center
- Blog
- API
Podchaser is the ultimate destination for podcast data, search, and discovery. Learn More
- © 2024 Podchaser, Inc.
- Privacy Policy
- Terms of Service
- Contact Us