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... > social science subjects > sociology > social interaction > human relationships > creating and maintaining closeness > affection
... > social science subjects > sociology > social theory > micro-interactionist theory > social interaction > human relationships > creating and maintaining closeness > affection
... > social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > interpersonal relationships > human relationships > creating and maintaining closeness > affection
social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > sexuality > affection
... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > behavior (psychology) > sexual activity > sexuality > affection
... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > human development > physical and biological development > sexual activity > sexuality > affection

Preferred term

affection  

Definition

  • Love and affection are often regarded as fundamental human needs. The expression of affection is vital to both the development and maintenance of personal relationships. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Relationships; Affection and Affectionate Behavior]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-PXC77VJZ-F

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