Discuss Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love

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Essay

Discuss Sternberg's triangular theory of love.What are the three major elements of love and what are the six varieties of love he proposed?

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Definitions:

FR-4 Schedule

A fixed-ratio schedule where a response is reinforced only after four instances of that response.

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobes of the brain, involved in complex behaviors, decision making, and moderating social behavior.

Parietal Lobe

A region of the cerebral cortex that plays a key role in processing sensory information from various parts of the body, understanding spatial orientation, and navigation.

Matching Law

When an animal has free access to two different schedules of reinforcement; its response is proportional to the level of reinforcement available on each schedule.