Showing your partner you appreciate them isn’t just for Valentine’s Day

Holding hands provides a sense of security, while a good hug boosts serotonin levels, writes Deirdre Reynolds.

RED roses, luxury chocolates and racy lingerie are just some of the clichéd romantic gifts sure to fly out of shops between now and the international day of love on Tuesday.

Yet something as simple as making your partner a cup of tea could be all it takes to keep the spark alive for the other 364 days of the year, say relationship therapists.