15.4.b. Affection

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define affection in your own words.

   Hint

   Think of how you feel towards family and friends.

2. 2.

   List two examples of affection.

   Hint

   Consider everyday situations.

3. 3.

   What is affection primarily based on?

   • Trust and care
   • Respect and fear
   • Power and control

   Hint

   Think about what makes relationships strong.

4. 4.

   Affection can exist without trust. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the importance of trust in your relationships.

5. 5.

   Reflect on a situation where a lack of affection led to misunderstandings in a relationship. What could have been done differently?

   Hint

   Consider ways to express feelings openly and encourage dialogue.

6. 6.

   Compare and contrast the effects of affection in two differing relationships (e.g., familial vs. friendship). How do they shape the dynamics?

   Hint

   Think of how affection shapes expectations and emotional security in both types of relationships.