Biology/ Evolution
When we experience love what does our brain release?
Dopamine
How many stages are within a typical relationship?
5
What is a good verbal approach to show affection?
Words of Affirmation
Who created the 4 horsemen (first and last name)
John M. Gottman
What is oxytocin also known as?
"love hormone"
What is usually the longest stage?
Commitment
What is the most common love language?
Quality Time
Criticism or Complaint?
Complaint: “I was scared when you were running late and didn’t call me. I thought we had agreed that we would do that for each other.”
Criticism: “You never think about how your behavior is affecting other people. I don’t believe you are that forgetful, you’re just selfish. You never think of others! You never think of me!”
Collaboration means a higher chance of survival, true or false?
True!
What stage has the most attraction between two partners?
Honey Moon Phase
What are things to avoid when it comes to love language?
Avoid dismissing your partners preferred language ignoring their needs using them to control or manipulate or making showing love seem brazen or careless.
Name the 4 Horsemen
Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling
What role does dopamine play in the early stages of romantic attraction?
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward. In the early stages of romantic attraction, dopamine is released when we interact with someone we find attractive, leading to feelings of excitement and happiness
What are the stages (in order) of a relationship?
Honey Moon, Reality Check, Commitment, Adaptation, Settling Down
Name all 5 love languages
Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Physical Touch, Acts of Service, Giving/Receiving Gifts
What is the biggest predictor of relationship failure?
Contempt
What evolutionary advantages does love and commitment provide for human survival and reproduction?
It has evolved to enhance the survival of offspring. In humans, long-term bonds between parents ensure that both caregivers contribute to the upbringing of children, increasing the chances of their survival. This cooperative approach to parenting helps protect and nurture the offspring during their vulnerable early stages, enhancing the survival of the specie
Describe the final stage
a shift from the early enthusiasm to a more rooted steady and dedicated partnership frequently involving shared routines a stronger emotional bond and an emphasis on long-term objectives
Who created the love languages? (First and last name)
What percent of accuracy can John Gottman predict relationship failure?
90% accuracy