PSY220H5 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Attachment Theory, Physical Attractiveness, Coronary Artery Disease
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Close relationships: the enduring relationships that we form with other people whether it be friends, family, romantic partners etc. Attraction: what attracts us to another person, not just partner, also friends. Attachment bonds among family, friends, or romantic partners that tie together two or more people over an extended period of time. Most relationships feel good to ha(cid:448)e, a(cid:374)d the(cid:455)"(cid:396)e also a g(cid:396)eat p(cid:396)edi(cid:272)to(cid:396) of o(cid:374)e"s psychological adjustment and well-being. People (cid:449)ith stro(cid:374)g relatio(cid:374)ships are : happier, have greater life satisfaction. Have less overall health vulnerabilities: e. g lower risk of coronary heart disease & stroke. So clearly relationships are not only important for well being but also have an impact on physical health. [video] idea f(cid:396)o(cid:373) this is that it"s i(cid:373)po(cid:396)ta(cid:374)t that (cid:449)e get suppo(cid:396)t and comfort from other people to be happy and health. Harlow raised monkeys without contact from their mother figures- this had damaging effects on them.
