Physical intimacy

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Physical intimacy is sensuous proximity or touching. Examples of physical intimacy include holding hands, hugging, kissing, caressing and sexual activity. It can express feelings (including close friendship, platonic love, romantic love, or sexual attraction) between people in a way that speech cannot. Physical intimacy can be exchanged between any people but as it is often used to communicate positive and intimate feelings, it most often occurs in people who have a preexisting relationship, whether familial, platonic or romantic, with romantic relationships having increased physical intimacy. Several forms of romantic touch have been noted including holding hands, hugging, kissing, cuddling, as well as caressing and massaging. Physical affection is highly correlated with overall relationship and partner satisfaction. It is possible to be physically intimate with someone without actually touching them; however, a certain proximity is necessary. For instance, a sustained eye contact is considered...

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