Touch is a fundamental part of human connection. It's a way we show affection, build intimacy, and feel safe in a relationship. But for some women, the desire for physical touch—both sexual and ...

Physical contact is humanity's oldest language. Long before words, a touch, a hug, or a pat served to communicate protection, affection, and belonging. In the context of marriage, where routine can ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks to actress Kathleen Chalfant and director Sarah Friedland about their new film, "Familiar Touch," following an elderly woman adjusting to life at an assisted living facility.