A Prelude to The Psychology of Affection

Psychology knows a great deal about the role of emotional connections between romantic partners, but little about the physical affection side of the equation. Yet, in daily life, everyone can attest to the mental, if not physical, health benefits of affection.

On this note I began sorting through some stock photos–for one of my many current projects on the subject–and what befalls me? Just look at this asshole! Is he demon possessed? It's clear by the placid look on his face that this is some sort of display of affection, but I sincerely hope he's just killing it.