When a person is relaxed, the temperature on the surface of his or her hands is normally ten to fifteen degrees cooler than when the person is tense.

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When a person is relaxed, the blood vessels in their skin are more dilated, allowing for better blood flow and typically resulting in warmer skin temperatures, including on the hands. Conversely, when a person is tense, blood flow to the skin can be reduced, making the hands cooler.

When a Person Is Relaxed, the Temperature on the Surface