Ted, who is newly engaged to Usha, is volunteering for a study. Researchers show him a picture of Usha and then measure his dopamine levels. The researchers are measuring
a) attraction.
b) lust.
Consider This: This may fade a bit over time.
LO 6.2: Explain intimate relationship between married couples, and cohabiting relationships between both with heterosexual and same-sex partners
c) libido.
Consider This: This may fade a bit over time.
LO 6.2: Explain intimate relationship between married couples, and cohabiting relationships between both with heterosexual and same-sex partners
d) attachment.
Consider This: This may fade a bit over time.
LO 6.2: Explain intimate relationship between married couples, and cohabiting relationships between both with heterosexual and same-sex partners
ANS: a
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