How long is too long for a hug before it becomes creepy?

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BobbieBoy666 · Accepted Answer

A hug lasting longer than 10-15 seconds can start to feel awkward or uncomfortable, especially with strangers or acquaintances. While a brief hug, like 3-5 seconds, is generally considered appropriate for casual greetings, longer hugs are more common for comfort, emotional support, or to show deep affection.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Short hugs (3-5 seconds):
are suitable for quick, friendly greetings or showing excitement.
Moderate hugs (5-10 seconds):
These are ideal for casual acquaintances or expressing sincere appreciation.
Longer hugs (10-15 seconds or more):
These are more appropriate for expressing strong emotions, offering comfort, or showing deep affection.
Extremely long hugs (20+ seconds):
While studies suggest 20 seconds can be beneficial for bonding and stress reduction, prolonged hugs may feel invasive to some individuals, especially those who are not comfortable with physical touch or who have not established a close relationship with the person hugging them.
Factors influencing hug duration:
Relationship:
Longer hugs are more common between close friends, family members, and romantic partners.
Context:
Comfort hugs or hugs of goodbye may naturally last longer.
Individual preferences:
Some people are naturally more comfortable with physical touch and may enjoy longer hugs more than others.
Cultural norms:
What is considered appropriate in terms of hug duration can vary across cultures

AviatorTom · Accepted Answer

It's not how long, it's how close the hug is, and where each person's hands and arms are.

7Phoenix7 · Accepted Answer

It depends on who it is and the situation at hand.

Summeroflove · Answer

Depends on the person and the rapport

Sunrising · Answer

I wouldn't have thought if you both mutually wanted to hug each other there wouldn't be any problem. But make sure you give the female a hug and not a cuddle, unless you're on more friendly terms.

MisterWack · Answer

5 days straight. Would find it creepy they haven’t passed out yet.

MannMitAntworten · Answer

When she stops, stop too. Beyond that and it gets weird for them.

Anonymous · Answer

5 to 10 seconds. Any longer and it's considered a slow roast.😆

beefcakebradybatson · Answer

From Trump or Beardo, when it starts !!!

RedInnocent69 · Answer

No such thing

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