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Love scape

Bruno Gagnon, adjunct faculty in the Department of Psychology, teaches “The Psychology of Love at The University of New Mexico.

What is love?

Two common types of love include romantic love and companionate love.

Heart Hands

Psychologist Robert Sternberg, noted for the ‘Triangular Theory of Love,’ says there are three components of love including passion, intimacy and commitment.

Companionate love

Companionate love

A companionate love is a bond characterized by a deep commitment to one another, such as in a long-term marriage.

That crazy thing called 'love'

What is the meaning of love?

By Steve Carr February 14, 2017

Categories: Latest News Psychology

Tags: Psychology

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