Mar 13 Love

Question 1

Altruism
Definition:
Evolutionary roots: (2 things)
Failure to Help:

Answer 1

Definition: Unselfish regard for others’ welfare

Evolutionary roots:
* Darwin: “Tribes with the most sympathetic members will flourish and thrive”
* Caregiving system is ingrained and critical for infant survival

Failure to Help:
* Bystander Apathy - Case of Kitty Genovese

Question 2

When will we help: Bystander Intervention

(4 steps)

Answer 2

• Interpretation: Is there an emergency?
• Diffused Responsibility: Will someone else take care of it? Do I value compassion?
• Self-Efficacy: Do I know what to do to help? Do I set it as an intention?
• Cost: Will it endanger or embarrass me?

Question 3

Bystander apathy: Summary (3 things)

Answer 3

People are less likely to help in emergencies when:
* There are more people around (everyone assumes someone else will help).
* They follow what the crowd does (not wanting to stand out).
* They don’t feel connected to the victim.

Question 4

Proximity: (2 things)

Answer 4

Proximity:
* How close someone lives to you
* Familiarity breeds fondness

Question 5

Physical Attractiveness:

Answer 5

Physical Attractiveness:
* Important influence on first impressions
* Halo effect: “What is beautiful is good (and competent)”

Question 6

Similarity:

Answer 6

Similarity: Couples tend to share…
* Common attitudes, beliefs, interests
* Similar in age, race, education, intelligence, and economic status.

Question 7

Attraction

What factors lead to friendship and romance?
(Name 3)

Answer 7

Proximity:
Physical Attractiveness:
Similarity:

Question 8

Choice of Mate: (2 things)

Answer 8

Choice of Mate:

Social exchange model: exchange of assets
Evolutionary model: sex differences in preferences

Question 9

Sternberg’s Theory:
(3 Ingredients)

Answer 9

Sternberg’s Theory: The presence or absence of these ingredients brings 7 flavors of love

Intimacy:
▪ sharing, communication, support
Passion:
▪ chemistry, arousal, intensity
Commitment:
▪ long-term plans, dedication to the relationship

Question 10

7 Flavors of Love:

Answer 10

7 Flavors of Love:

Singles:
* Liking = Intimacy alone
* Empty Love = Commitment alone
* Infatuation = Passion alone

Doubles:
* Comanionate love = Intamacy + Commitment
* Fatuous Love = Passion + Commitment
* Romantic Love = Passion + Intimacy
* Consummate Love = Passion + Intimacy + Commiment