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The Dynamics of Love and Intimate Relationships Quiz

#1

Which psychologist proposed the triangular theory of love?

Robert Sternberg
Explanation

Proposed the triangular theory of love.

#2

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with romantic love?

Dopamine
Explanation

Associated with romantic love.

#3

Which hormone is often referred to as the 'cuddle hormone' and is associated with bonding and social connection?

Oxytocin
Explanation

Referred to as the 'cuddle hormone' associated with bonding.

#4

What term describes the tendency for individuals to be more attracted to others who are geographically close to them?

Proximity effect
Explanation

Tendency to be attracted to those nearby.

#5

What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals are more likely to develop romantic feelings for someone they see frequently?

Mere exposure effect
Explanation

Tendency to develop romantic feelings through frequent exposure.

#6

According to attachment theory, which attachment style is characterized by fear of abandonment and difficulty in trusting others?

Anxious-preoccupied attachment
Explanation

Characterized by fear of abandonment and trust issues.

#7

What is the term for the phenomenon in which people are attracted to those who are similar to them in physical appearance?

Matching hypothesis
Explanation

Phenomenon of being attracted to similar physical appearances.

#8

What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals tend to overestimate the degree to which others share their beliefs and behaviors?

False consensus effect
Explanation

Tendency to overestimate shared beliefs and behaviors.

#9

According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, which component involves feelings of closeness, affection, and emotional intimacy?

Intimacy
Explanation

Component involving closeness, affection, and emotional intimacy.

#10

Who developed the concept of the 'four horsemen of the apocalypse' in relation to relationships?

John Gottman
Explanation

Developed concept of the 'four horsemen of the apocalypse'.

#11

In John Gottman's research on relationships, what term is used to describe a pattern of interaction that predicts relationship dissolution?

Stonewalling
Explanation

Pattern of interaction predicting relationship dissolution.

#12

Who proposed the investment model of commitment in relationships?

Caryl Rusbult
Explanation

Proposed investment model of commitment.

#13

Which theory suggests that individuals are attracted to partners who complement them, rather than being similar to them?

Opposites attract theory
Explanation

Suggests attraction to complementary partners.

#14

Who proposed the social exchange theory as an explanation for relationship dynamics?

George Homans
Explanation

Proposed social exchange theory.

#15

Which theory suggests that people are attracted to those who complement them in terms of needs and attributes?

Complementary needs theory
Explanation

Suggests attraction to complementary needs and attributes.

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