Jake and Kate Have Been Dating for Two Years and Have

question 71

Multiple Choice

Jake and Kate have been dating for two years and have a close relationship.Kate feels that she has someone to care for who also cares for her.This example BEST demonstrates Jake and Kate's

• A)ability to socially support each other.
• B)need to be socially accepted.
• C)need to nurture each other.
• D)ability to reflect on their intimacy.

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Definitions:

Shallow Relationships

Relationships characterized by limited emotional depth and investment, often focusing on surface-level interactions rather than meaningful connections.

Secure Base

A psychological concept wherein an individual uses a trusted person as a foundation from which to explore and as a refuge in times of stress.

Caregiver

An individual who provides care and assistance to someone else who is in need, such as a child, elderly person, or someone with disabilities or chronic illness.

Dark Triad Characteristics

A constellation of three personality traits: narcissism (excessive self-focus and self-importance), Machiavellianism (manipulativeness and deceit), and psychopathy (lack of empathy and remorse).