CFS 240 Study Guide - Medieval Commune, Mania, Masters And Johnson
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Chapter 8 love and communication in intimate relationships: love is a feeling (think, feel, behave) If you"re in a loving relationship there are no conditions. Romantic/passionate love state of extreme absorption/desire for union with another. Because of neurotransmitters (p. e. a. : companionate/intimate love long-termed selflessness, caring, and compassion with the expectation of reciprocity. This is more of a walk than a sprint. You get back to life, sex decreases, and your sense of security increases. 75% of women would rather cuddle than have sex. i. ii. iii. iv. psychological balanced, meaningful intellectual - compatible with reality behavioral - allows individualism & autonomy biological - controlled passion. Hormones come into play here and balance neurotransmitters. c. d. e. Zick rubin"s 3 components of love attachment desire for physical presence & emotional support caring concern for the others well-being intimacy desire for close, confidential communication i. ii. iii. i. ii. iii. Full triangle makes up love, you have done all 3 steps.
