Here's 10 reasons why intimacy with your spouse could lead to better mental health and relationship satisfaction... 1. Couples who cuddle and touch more have 23% lower stress- even if they don't increase se/xual frequency. 2. Se/x within marriage can cut depressive symptoms by up to 50% thanks to oxytocin and dopamine. 3. Married couples who hug for at least 20 seconds experience a significant drop in blood pressure and stress hormones. 4. Holding hands triggers oxytocin release that can reduce