Tag Archives: touch

A new textbook about touch and children

Posted on March 9, 2017 by David

I met Janet Courtney in 2015 through a small working group that was exploring the feasibility of creating an interdisciplinary, international conference on touch. On so many levels I find her amazing. She is an internationally recognized expert in developmental … Continue reading →

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The Genetic Roots of Massage

Posted on February 28, 2016 by David

What are the evolutionary roots of massage. Is there a genetic basis? Continue reading →

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What we need to know about touch

Posted on January 30, 2016 by David

Skin stimulation (touching) is essential to maintaining physical, psychological and social well-being, according to an ever-increasing body of scientific literature. Since touch is the fundamental tool through which massage professionals interact with those who pay for our services, it seems … Continue reading →

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Why Do We Touch?

Posted on January 30, 2016 by David

One important characteristic of all touching is the intention of the person initiating the touching. Much of the time the intention behind the touch is not conscious or it is presumed. However, adding conscious intention adds a deeper level of … Continue reading →

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Where Do We Get Touch?

Posted on January 30, 2016 by David

Skin stimulation (touch) is essential to the development and maintenance of health and well being in every human. Why then has it been so neglected as a subject for legitimate inquiry except perhaps by poets?  The other four senses have … Continue reading →

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