Reasons to Smile: the power of hugs
Newswatch 16 s Ryan Leckey is introducing us to a woman from our area dubbed “the hug lady” who is sharing some safe and creative ways for us to feel that warmth. Author: Ryan Leckey Updated: 7:05 AM EST February 1, 2021
SCRANTON, Pa. It’s something you may have not even given much thought to, but hugging our friends or an elderly loved one in a nursing home is something so many of us haven’t done in months, all because of the pandemic.
It’s a loss of touch, now reaching a year. Research shows hugs can lower stress, decrease anxiety and really calm us down.