Science Of Love

Question 1

Stages

Answer 1

-lust
Driven by sex hormones testosterone and estrogen

-attraction
Love struck phase. May lose appetite, sleep, and spend all time daydreaming. Neuro transmitters called monoamines (dopamine, adrenaline, serotonin)

-attachment
Commitment. Released by nervous system. Oxytocin (theory of more sex=better relationship) and vasopressin (lack can lead to loss of commitment or sense of protectiveness)

Question 2

Brain on love

Answer 2

Addicted

Question 3

Friendship

Answer 3

A feeling of affection and respect. You can count on them. They help you live a longer, happier life

Question 4

Love

Answer 4

It includes all qualities of friendship +3

• sexual desire
• priority
• self-sacrifices

Question 5

Attraction

Answer 5

Cultures and family influence whom we love

Question 6

Sexual arousal

Answer 6

Physiological stage

Question 7

Sexual desire

Answer 7

Psychological stage

Question 8

Romantic love

Answer 8

Is an intense feeling that can either provide ecstasy or if not reciprocated, deep suffering

Question 9

Hug hormone?

Answer 9

Oxytocin