Hugs and Kisses More Important for Men?

Not a secret that men want sex more often, while women are more happy to be stroked or cuddled. However, a recent study suggests that stereotypes may have changed.

Adam was also the need of caresses and kisses. Hugs and kisses, according to an international survey initiated by the sociologist from the Kinsey Institute of Indiana University, even more important in determining the happiness of men than women.

The survey involved more than 1,000 couples in five countries, namely the United States, Germany, Spain, Brazil, and Japan. Respondents who are involved are those aged between 40 and 70 years.

All couples who are the object of this research have been living together for at least a year at the time of the survey. However, the average of them had lived together for 25 years.

Research shows, the longer a relationship is established, the pair admitted getting happier and enjoy their sex lives. But for the Eve, the longer bound in a relationship, they are increasingly able to enjoy better sex.

The study, published in the journal Archives of Sexual Behavior also shows, hugs and kisses did not have much effect on the happiness of women. Meanwhile, among men, those who kissed and hugged her partner on average three times happier than those who did not.

According to researcher Julia Heiman, sexual satisfaction among women has increased with age as they continue to grow up and experience a little pressure.

"Maybe women are more satisfied because their expectations change, or the life to be changed when the children grow older. We also know from other studies that the long-term relationships provide health benefits. Now we can learn more about what makes a relationship be long lasting and happy, "says Heiman.

So, who actually get more out of hugs and kisses, male or female? Find the answer to your self that have been felt.