Study: Having sex doesn’t make you happier; it’s the snuggling, during, and after

People who have more sex are happier. Numerous studies attest to that. One even found that having sex once a week, as opposed to monthly, boosts spirits more than earning an extra $50,000 per year. But it’s not the orgasm. New research makes clear that sex itself isn’t what makes us happier, it’s about the snuggles we share before, during, and after. The quality of the bond with the partner is essential to understand the benefits of sex. READ MORE