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This 2-minute video for parents features Mental Health Therapist Stephanie Dann talking about 10 second hugs. - There is a real value in physical connection, like hugs. - Research shows that a 10 second hug can increase feel-good hormones like oxytocin, which causes stress to drop and increase in positive mood. - When times feel hard, try doing a 10 second or longer hug. It strengthens the connection between you and the other person. Challenge: Try to do at least 3 hugs this week that last 10 seconds or longer, it will give your body and your relationship a boost!

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Hi. My name is Stephanie Dann. I'm a mental health therapist that works with White River School District and today I wanted to talk to you about 10 second hugs. Some parents are natural cuddlers. They love snuggling and don't mind their kids sucked onto them like a little barnacle. I like that sometimes. But there's other days when that's just not me. Times when I feel really stressed, and so 'touched out', and I feel like I need space. Maybe you can relate to that. At the same time I know there's a real value in physical connection. Especially hugs. Research shows that a 10 second hug, a hug that's a little bit longer than normal, can increase feel good hormones like oxytocin, that causes stress to drop. When we do a 10 second hug it can also release serotonin, and dopamine which encourages positive mood. A long hug strengthens the connection between you and the other person. So, if things are feeling a little tense at home, try a 10 second hug. If you and your kid are fighting about everything, try a 10 second hug. If your kid is struggling in school, try a 10 second hug. And if everything just feels kind of control right now, try a 10 second hug. Of course not every kid's going to welcome a hug. For some, hugs can be triggering, or feel unsafe. You know what's best for your kid. But don't underestimate your kids either. Even older kids want a longer hug. Even our teens. Don't let their tough exterior fool you. If a 10 second hug feels like a long time, I understand. Some days are easier than others. And if hugging doesn't work for you, that's okay too. There's plenty of ways to connect with your kids. If you're up for it, try doing at least three 10-second hugs this week and just see how it impacts your relationships and your mood.

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