Hands Across America

Hand-holding is one of the images most frequently associated with coupledom.

It's easy to crave a little finger-locking action, especially when you consider research suggesting the behavior reduces stress. Heck, somebody even created a cyber hand so online daters can feel all warm and fuzzy.

But let's not overlook hand-holding's drawbacks.

Sweaty palms. Grip issues. And let's not forget the couple who holds hands as if their palms are glued together -- all day, every day.

In relationships, I rarely hold hands. Perhaps that's due my incurable fingernail fungus. Kidding.

Weigh in: Is hand-holding overrated?