Fighting in a relationship is inevitable.

And get this arguments are actually healthy.

Understandably, the last thing you may want to do when arguing with your significant other is touch them.

Couple holding hands

When humans are met with touch, the brain releases a hormone called oxytocin (viaDignity Health).

Plus, did you know there’s a term to describe a significant lack of physical touch?

It’s called skin hunger (viaPsychology Today).

Couple holding hand during argument

Skin hunger can lead to various mental health issues, including depression and loneliness.

Older couple holding hands