Dynamics of Attraction, Love, and Commitment

Question 1

Factors of Attraction

Answer 1

• Physical Attractiveness
• Familiarity (classmate, neighbor, etc.)
• Similarity (likes, dislikes, etc.)
• Proximity (closeness)
• Reciprocity (mutual)

Question 2

3 main components of love (Triangular Theory of Love)

Answer 2

intimacy, passion, and commitment

Question 2

who suggested the Triangular Theory of Love

Answer 2

Robert Stenberg

Question 3

an interpersonal relationship that involves physical or emotional intimacy. characterized by closeness, connectedness and boundedness

Answer 3

intimacy

Question 3

described as an intense emotion toward a person. also shown as compelling interest for someone, like having the desire to spend time with them. (physical attraction, romance, sexual connection)

Answer 3

passion

Question 4

an act of deciding to consistently fulfill and live by agreements with another person. wherein, the values of integrity and respect are evident (showing loyalty and conveying honesty)

Answer 4

commitment

Question 5

no commitment, passion, and intimacy (people from everyday life, etc.)

Answer 5

non-love

Question 6

intimacy only (friends/best friends)

Answer 6

liking

Question 7

passion only (love at first sight, obsession, can lead to romantic love, can also disappear easily)

Answer 7

infatuation/infatuated love

Question 8

commitment only (stagnant rs, arranged marriage)

Answer 8

empty love

Question 9

intimacy + passion (being bonded emotionally and physically to another person)

Answer 9

romantic love

Question 10

intimacy + commitment (family members, close friends, long-term rs)

Answer 10

companionate love

Question 11

passion + commitment (arranged marriage)

Answer 11

fatuous love

Question 12

all (ideal type, based on efforts but typically as umpisa lang, complete love)

Answer 12

consummate love