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Loving Ourselves and Others
Love
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Psychology
Undergraduate 2
04/15/2010

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Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love
Definition
passion, intimacy, committment
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Eros
Definition
erotic; intense emotional attachment and powerful sexual feelings
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Storge
Definition

-affectionate, compassionate style of loving

-respect, friendship, common goals, familiarity

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Pragma
Definition

-pragmatic love; rational assessment of a potential partner's assets and liabilities

-econ/emo security

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Agape
Definition
altruistic love; unselfishly nurturing others with little conscious desire for return
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Ludus
Definition
love as play or fun; recreational aspects of sexuality over searching for one serious relationship
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Mania
Definition

-obsession or craze resting on strong sexual attraction and emotional intensity

-can lead to extreme jealousy

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limerence
Definition
fantasize; can't get out of head; infatuation; not lust, but not love either
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Wheel of Love
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Rapport >> Self-Revelation/Disclosure >> Mutual Dependency >> Personality Need Fulfillment >> 
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