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6 Things Cuddling Does to Your Mental Health

Whether it is a platonic cuddle, a cuddling in bed session, or a cute couples cuddling, the desire to cuddle is psychologically something many of us want. Cuddling helps reduce stress, cuddling helps your immune system, cuddling helps relieve pain, and so much more. The psychological benefits of cuddling can really help out mental health, if you're opened to it. When was the last time you cuddled with someone?

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