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What is the primary characteristic of consummate love?
What is the primary characteristic of consummate love?
Taking responsibility for one’s actions in a relationship does not help build trust.
Taking responsibility for one’s actions in a relationship does not help build trust.
False
What are the two major aspects of social intelligence emphasized by Goleman?
What are the two major aspects of social intelligence emphasized by Goleman?
Social Awareness and Social Facility
The sense of _____ in a relationship can be promoted by sharing daily responsibilities.
The sense of _____ in a relationship can be promoted by sharing daily responsibilities.
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Match the following components to their definitions:
Match the following components to their definitions:
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What does the term 'philia' represent?
What does the term 'philia' represent?
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Attachment refers to the emotional bond that can develop in casual relationships.
Attachment refers to the emotional bond that can develop in casual relationships.
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Define Eros in the context of love.
Define Eros in the context of love.
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The type of love that represents natural affection and bond typically found within families is called __________.
The type of love that represents natural affection and bond typically found within families is called __________.
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Match the following types of love with their descriptions:
Match the following types of love with their descriptions:
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What is the primary factor that leads to attraction between individuals?
What is the primary factor that leads to attraction between individuals?
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Individuals with a secure attachment style feel uncomfortable with intimacy.
Individuals with a secure attachment style feel uncomfortable with intimacy.
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Which neurotransmitter is known as the 'feel-good' neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward?
Which neurotransmitter is known as the 'feel-good' neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward?
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People with an avoidant attachment style tend to seek high levels of emotional closeness.
People with an avoidant attachment style tend to seek high levels of emotional closeness.
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What is the role of oxytocin in relationships?
What is the role of oxytocin in relationships?
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____ is the emotional aspect of love that represents feelings of closeness and connection.
____ is the emotional aspect of love that represents feelings of closeness and connection.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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According to the Triangular Theory of Love, which of the following is NOT a component of love?
According to the Triangular Theory of Love, which of the following is NOT a component of love?
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Serotonin is released during physical touch, similar to oxytocin.
Serotonin is released during physical touch, similar to oxytocin.
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Identify one emotional effect of intimacy in relationships.
Identify one emotional effect of intimacy in relationships.
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An individual with an ______________ attachment style often experiences anxiety about their partner's commitment.
An individual with an ______________ attachment style often experiences anxiety about their partner's commitment.
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What type of love is characterized by passion without intimacy or commitment?
What type of love is characterized by passion without intimacy or commitment?
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Empty love involves emotional connection and desire.
Empty love involves emotional connection and desire.
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What type of love involves intimacy, passion, and commitment?
What type of love involves intimacy, passion, and commitment?
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Companionate Love involves intimacy and ________ but lacks passion.
Companionate Love involves intimacy and ________ but lacks passion.
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Match the types of love with their descriptions:
Match the types of love with their descriptions:
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Which type of love is often found in long-term friendships where passion has faded?
Which type of love is often found in long-term friendships where passion has faded?
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Fatuous Love is characterized by intimacy, passion, and commitment.
Fatuous Love is characterized by intimacy, passion, and commitment.
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What is an important feature of trust in a relationship?
What is an important feature of trust in a relationship?
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In a relationship, ________ ensures both partners feel valued.
In a relationship, ________ ensures both partners feel valued.
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What type of love is typically described as a relationship that has grown stale?
What type of love is typically described as a relationship that has grown stale?
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Which hormone is associated with the body's fight-or-flight response and can increase arousal during attraction?
Which hormone is associated with the body's fight-or-flight response and can increase arousal during attraction?
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Commitment in a relationship involves making long-term plans and remaining loyal.
Commitment in a relationship involves making long-term plans and remaining loyal.
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What encompasses intense feelings of longing, excitement, and heightened emotions often early in a romantic relationship?
What encompasses intense feelings of longing, excitement, and heightened emotions often early in a romantic relationship?
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The absence of all three components of love results in _____, which is not considered romantic.
The absence of all three components of love results in _____, which is not considered romantic.
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What is an essential component for understanding each other’s needs and resolving conflicts in a relationship?
What is an essential component for understanding each other’s needs and resolving conflicts in a relationship?
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Emotional support is only necessary during difficult times in a relationship.
Emotional support is only necessary during difficult times in a relationship.
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What does emotional support involve in a relationship?
What does emotional support involve in a relationship?
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Trust and _____ are critical responsibilities in a relationship.
Trust and _____ are critical responsibilities in a relationship.
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Which is not one of Sternberg's three components of love?
Which is not one of Sternberg's three components of love?
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Study Notes
Personal Development
- Personal relationships involve emotional bonding and interactions between people.
- Attachment is a crucial emotional bond in close relationships, providing security and support.
- Attraction is the initial spark or appeal that draws people together, often involving physical or emotional appeal
- Love is a deeper emotional connection encompassing care, affection, and commitment.
- Intimacy involves sharing personal thoughts, feelings, and experiences, fostering trust and closeness.
Attachment Styles
- Secure Attachment: Individuals feel comfortable with intimacy and autonomy, fostering healthy relationships.
- Anxious Attachment: People with this style seek closeness and reassurance, experiencing anxiety about their partner's commitment.
- Avoidant Attachment: Those with this style value independence and resist closeness often leading to distant relationships.
Attraction
- Dopamine is the "feel-good" neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and attraction.
- Oxytocin, the "bonding hormone", is released with physical touch.
- Serotonin affects mood and emotional well-being in the experience of attraction
- Norepinephrine is associated with arousal and heightened emotions in attraction.
- Pheromones are chemical signals influencing attraction subconsciously.
Love
- Philia represents love and affection between friends, based on mutual respect and companionship.
- Eros is passionate love associated with physical attraction, desire, and romantic/sexual longing.
- Storge is natural affection, especially in family bonds, based on familiarity, empathy, and long-term connection.
- Agape is the highest form of love, associated with selflessness, compassion, and unconditional love.
Intimacy
- Involves sharing thoughts, feelings, and experiences creating closeness and trust within a relationship.
Triangular Theory of Love
- Proposes love as a combination of three components:
- Intimacy: emotional closeness, warmth, and connection.
- Passion: motivation, physical attraction, desire, and sexual intimacy.
- Commitment: Decision to maintain and sustain the relationship over time.
Responsibilities in a Relationship
- Emotional Support and Care: Offering comfort and understanding during times of need.
- Communication: Active listening and open expression to address needs and resolve conflicts.
- Trust and Loyalty: Honesty and consistency building a secure bond.
- Equality and Fairness: Sharing responsibilities.
- Affection and Intimacy: Physical and emotional affection, verbal and physical expressions of love.
- Shared Responsibility: Working collaboratively on home tasks and financial considerations.
- Personal Growth and Development: Supporting each other's development in different areas (career, interests).
- Accountability and Responsibility: Ownership of actions, keeping commitments, and contributing to the relationship's well-being.
- Spending Quality Time Together: Being present and connected emotionally.
- Mutual Respect: Valuing each other, opinions, beliefs, and boundaries.
Seven Types of Love
- Nonlove: No components (intimacy, passion, commitment).
- Liking: Intimacy, no passion or commitment.
- Infatuation: Passion, no intimacy or commitment.
- Empty Love: Commitment, but no intimacy or passion.
- Romantic Love: Intimacy and passion, but no commitment.
- Companionate Love: Intimacy and commitment, but no passion.
- Fatuous Love: Passion and commitment but no intimacy.
- Consummate Love: All three components.
Social Intelligence
- Includes Social Awareness (perceiving needs, emotions, of others)
- & Social Facility (acting in ways that strengthen relationships).
Career Development
- Self-assessment: Understanding strengths, skills, interests, and values.
- Goal setting: Creating short-term and long-term goals to stay motivated.
- Skill development: Continuously improving skills and knowledge.
- Career exploration: Researching different jobs and industries.
- Adaptability and resilience: Adapting to market or personal changes.
Personality Influence
- Personality (introvert/extrovert) affects preferred work environment and interaction styles.
- Interests determine enjoyment/passion levels and influence career choices.
- Values (helping others, financial stability, career fulfillment) influence career selection.
- Lifestyle preferences (work-life balance, flexible hours) significantly impact career choices.
Career Decision Making
- The process of choosing a career path based on interests, skills, and external factors.
- Involves evaluating job options, goals, and potential career paths.
Family Structures
- Includes traditional nuclear family, extended family, single-parent, blended, and co-habitating families.
Parental Authority Styles
- Authoritative (warm, loving, rules with explanation).
- Authoritarian (strict rules, little explanation).
- Permissive (loving, few rules, avoids conflict).
- Neglectful(distant, limited care, discipline).
Life Goals & Career Goals
- Life goals provide direction and purpose for career choices and decisions.
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Explore the dynamics of personal relationships, including the significance of attachment styles and the concept of attraction. Understand how emotions like love and intimacy play vital roles in fostering healthy connections. This quiz dives into the various aspects of emotional bonds that shape our interactions.
