Loving Relationships

Definition

A loving relationship refers to an interpersonal relationship characterized by emotional warmth, intimacy, honesty, mutual respect, understanding, trust and affection.

Related terms

Attachment Theory:

This psychological model attempts to describe dynamics of long-term interpersonal relationships between humans which includes bonds between parents and children as well as romantic partners.

Empathy:

The ability to understand another person's feelings from their perspective; it’s about putting yourself in someone else's shoes.

Reciprocity Norms: Social expectations that one will help those who have helped them; a give-and-take process.