Flashcards on Love in Psychology

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What is the triangular theory of love?

The triangular theory of love is a theory that suggests that love is made up of three components: intimacy, passion, and commitment.

What is attachment theory and how does it relate to love?

Attachment theory is a theory that explores how early experiences with attachment figures can influence later interpersonal relationships, including romantic relationships. It relates to love because people who have a secure attachment style tend to have more fulfilling and stable romantic relationships.

What is the difference between passionate love and companionate love?

Passionate love is a type of intense emotional connection that is often marked by infatuation and sexual attraction, while companionate love is a deep, long-lasting emotional bond characterized by trust, commitment, and friendship.

How does the attachment style of a partner influence relationship satisfaction?

If both partners have a secure attachment style, they are likely to have more satisfying and stable relationships. However, if one partner has an insecure attachment style, it can lead to relationship problems such as jealousy, neediness, and lack of trust.

What is the role of hormones in romantic love?

Hormones such as oxytocin and dopamine have been linked to feelings of romantic love. For example, oxytocin is sometimes called the 'bonding hormone' because it is released during intimate activities such as hugging and sex.

What is the difference between consummate love and infatuation?

Consummate love is a type of love that involves all three components of the triangular theory of love: intimacy, passion, and commitment. Infatuation is a type of passionate love that is often short-lived and based on physical attraction rather than emotional connection.

What is the evolutionary perspective on love?

The evolutionary perspective on love suggests that romantic love is a mechanism designed to help individuals form long-term reproductive partnerships that increase their chances of passing on their genes to future generations.

How does social exchange theory relate to romantic relationships?

Social exchange theory suggests that individuals weigh the costs and benefits of a given relationship in order to determine whether to pursue or maintain it. In romantic relationships, this can involve weighing factors such as emotional connection, financial stability, and physical attraction.

What are some factors that contribute to romantic attraction?

Factors that contribute to romantic attraction include physical attractiveness, similarity, proximity, and the reward principle (i.e., the idea that we are attracted to people who make us feel good).

What is the difference between love and obsession?

While both love and obsession involve intense emotional feelings and behaviors, love is generally healthy and reciprocal, while obsession is often one-sided and unhealthy.

What are some cultural differences in how love is expressed and experienced?

Cultural differences in love can include differences in how love is expressed (e.g. through public displays of affection), the importance of family approval in romantic relationships, and the value placed on individual versus collectivist goals.

Can love be addictive?

Some researchers have suggested that romantic love can activate the same brain pathways as drugs of abuse, leading to a love addiction. However, this concept is controversial and not widely accepted within the field of psychology.

What is the difference between eros, ludus, and storge in types of love?

Eros refers to passionate, intense love, ludus refers to playful and lighthearted love, and storge refers to gentle, nurturing love often seen between family members.

What is the role of empathy and emotional intelligence in relationships?

Empathy and emotional intelligence can both contribute to relationship satisfaction by allowing partners to better understand and respond to each other's emotions and needs.

What is the role of personality in relationship satisfaction?

Different personality traits can influence relationship satisfaction in various ways. For example, people who are more agreeable, conscientious, and open to experience tend to have more satisfying relationships.

What is the triangular theory of love?

The triangular theory of love is a theory that suggests that love is made up of three components: intimacy, passion, and commitment.

What is attachment theory and how does it relate to love?

Attachment theory is a theory that explores how early experiences with attachment figures can influence later interpersonal relationships, including romantic relationships. It relates to love because people who have a secure attachment style tend to have more fulfilling and stable romantic relationships.

What is the difference between passionate love and companionate love?

Passionate love is a type of intense emotional connection that is often marked by infatuation and sexual attraction, while companionate love is a deep, long-lasting emotional bond characterized by trust, commitment, and friendship.

How does the attachment style of a partner influence relationship satisfaction?

If both partners have a secure attachment style, they are likely to have more satisfying and stable relationships. However, if one partner has an insecure attachment style, it can lead to relationship problems such as jealousy, neediness, and lack of trust.

What is the role of hormones in romantic love?

Hormones such as oxytocin and dopamine have been linked to feelings of romantic love. For example, oxytocin is sometimes called the 'bonding hormone' because it is released during intimate activities such as hugging and sex.

What is the difference between consummate love and infatuation?

Consummate love is a type of love that involves all three components of the triangular theory of love: intimacy, passion, and commitment. Infatuation is a type of passionate love that is often short-lived and based on physical attraction rather than emotional connection.

What is the evolutionary perspective on love?

The evolutionary perspective on love suggests that romantic love is a mechanism designed to help individuals form long-term reproductive partnerships that increase their chances of passing on their genes to future generations.

How does social exchange theory relate to romantic relationships?

Social exchange theory suggests that individuals weigh the costs and benefits of a given relationship in order to determine whether to pursue or maintain it. In romantic relationships, this can involve weighing factors such as emotional connection, financial stability, and physical attraction.

What are some factors that contribute to romantic attraction?

Factors that contribute to romantic attraction include physical attractiveness, similarity, proximity, and the reward principle (i.e., the idea that we are attracted to people who make us feel good).

What is the difference between love and obsession?

While both love and obsession involve intense emotional feelings and behaviors, love is generally healthy and reciprocal, while obsession is often one-sided and unhealthy.

What are some cultural differences in how love is expressed and experienced?

Cultural differences in love can include differences in how love is expressed (e.g. through public displays of affection), the importance of family approval in romantic relationships, and the value placed on individual versus collectivist goals.

Can love be addictive?

Some researchers have suggested that romantic love can activate the same brain pathways as drugs of abuse, leading to a love addiction. However, this concept is controversial and not widely accepted within the field of psychology.

What is the difference between eros, ludus, and storge in types of love?

Eros refers to passionate, intense love, ludus refers to playful and lighthearted love, and storge refers to gentle, nurturing love often seen between family members.

What is the role of empathy and emotional intelligence in relationships?

Empathy and emotional intelligence can both contribute to relationship satisfaction by allowing partners to better understand and respond to each other's emotions and needs.

What is the role of personality in relationship satisfaction?

Different personality traits can influence relationship satisfaction in various ways. For example, people who are more agreeable, conscientious, and open to experience tend to have more satisfying relationships.

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