Types of Love according to Sternberg (1988)
1. Nonlove: Like casual interactions with acquaintances 2. Liking: Intimacy is present but passion and commitment aren't. 3. Infatuation: Love at first sight 4. Empty Love: Commitment is present but no passion or intimacy. 5. Romantic Love: Passion & intimacy but no commitment. 6. Companionate Love: Mostly among older couples, passion is replaced by committed friendship. 7. Fatuous Love: Passion & commitment without intimacy (quickie marriage) 8. Consummate Love: full love with passion, intimacy and committment. |