COMM 2107- CHAPTER 11
In Eastern societies, marriage is viewed as an autonomous choice of two individuals who live apart from their families of origin.
False
Romantic relationships do not follow a developmental course.
False
The majority of college students think that men should initiate and plan dates and control sexual activity.
False
The meanings we assign to behavior in romantic relationships are entirely individualistic.
False
The pragmatic style of loving (pragma) is too cold and practical to involve real love or intimacy
False
Two million new cases of STDs are diagnosed each year
False
This is the most intuitive and spontaneous of all love styles, and it is also the fastest moving.
eros
In terms of love styles, all of the following statements are true EXCEPT:
ones love style is permanent throughout life.
Women are more egalitarian than men in regards to who was responsible for paying for the first date.
True
Which one of the following statements is true about violence and abuse in romantic relationships?
Many people do not report violent or abusive incidents.
An individuals style of loving can be influenced by the love style of her or his partner.
True
Commitment provides a sturdier foundation for a life together.
True
Intimacy is abiding affection and warm feelings for another person
True
Most Westerners want both passion and commitment in long term romantic relationships.
True
Passion happens without effort - sometimes despite our efforts. Commitment is an act of will.
True
Pragma love types are more likely to use online matching services to specify their criteria for a desirable mate.
True
Women are more likely than men to perceive companionship as a goal for a first date.
True
They commitment is not the goal. Instead, they like to play the field and enjoy falling in love.
ludus
This kind of love sees love as a game.
ludus
The three secondary styles of love are.
pragma, mania, and agape
Relational culture is best defined as:
private understandings, rules, and meanings that partners create
Of her marriage Myra says, "It wasnt like we ever really fell in love. It was more like we grew together kind of gradually. I think of my husband as my best friend." Myra seems to have which style of loving?
storge
This kind of love grows out of common interests, values, and life goals.
storge
This love tends to develop gradually and to be peaceful and stable
storge
