Biyernes, Abril 11, 2014

Chapter 2 Draft

Chapter 2
Discussion

What are the different aspects of love from a psychological and scientific perspective?
I. Definition of love

Love when defined as a phrase, according to the Merriam - Webster Dictionary (a) "strong affection for another arising out of kinship or personal ties" ; (b) "attraction based on sexual desire :  affection and tenderness felt by lovers" ; (c) "affection based on admiration, benevolence, or common interests"
(http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/love)
II. Superstitious belief in love

A. Superstitions

There are many superstitious beliefs in love, and some people really believe that it's true. Many generations have passed but still this traditions and beliefs are still here.

An article is written by Laura Schaefer entitled, "Love Superstitions and their origins." This article states the different origins of superstitions. Like, throwing coins in a well and making a wish and Kissing at Midnight on New Year's Eve. Many of this superstitions are believed by our Grandparents and still are followed by couples or even single people all over the world.

Schaefer says, "They offer the comfort of believing we can offset the chance of unwanted outcomes and increase our chances of future good."
(http://www.match.com/magazine/article/13027/8-Love-Superstitions-And-Their-Origins/)

B. Serenade

Girls this days would still like a guy to serenade them if he is courting her. It's a sign of effort for her to see that the guy is willing to sing for her even though his voice is not that good. In the Philippines it has been a tradition to most of the Filipinos.

An article written by Sasha Manuel entitled, "Traditions in Philippine Courtship." It is stated here that Serenade or Harana is armed with a guitar, the suitor and can be also accompanied by his friends goes to the girls house, standing right in front of the window and starts singing for her, this marks the start of courtship.

Manuel says, "Our culture is quite conservative especially in the olden days it has been passed on over the years."
(http://www.blisstree.com/2006/07/10/mental-health-well-being/traditions-in-philippine-courtship-45/)
III. Aspects of love in psychological and scientific perspective
A. Psychological Perspective

Many people fall in love, Love is a basic human emotion, understanding on how and why it happens is not necessarily easy.


An article written by Kendra Cherry entitled, "Theories of Love." This article states the four major theories of love that explain love and other emotional attachments. First of is, Liking vs. Loving. Second, Compassionate vs. Passionate Love.

1. Liking vs. Loving

A psychologist named Zick Rubin said that romantic love has three elements: attachments, intimacy and caring. These scales provided support for his conception of love.

2. Compassionate vs. Passionate Love

According to Elaine Hatfield and her colleagues, compassionate love usually develops out of mutual understanding and respect for one another. While, Passionate Love is characterized by intense emotions, sexual attraction, anxiety and affection.

Cherry says, "for a long time, many people suggested that love was simply something that science couldn't understand."
http://psychology.about.com/od/loveandattraction/a/theoriesoflove.htm

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