According to family therapist Virginia Satir, people need different amounts of hugs per day for different purposes: 12 times a day for growth.
According to Virginia Satir:
- 4 Hugs a Day: For Survival
- 8 Hugs a Day: For Maintenance
- 12 Hugs a Day: For Growth
The reference emphasizes that there is no substitute for physical touch, particularly a hug.
