While in some countries dating is considered as a serious family matter, independence plays a key role in shaping dating culture in the United States. Dating is often based on a personal decision in America rather than driven by the influence of parents and arranged marriages.

What is the value of romantic love?

Romance provides us with a chance to discover our own selves as we share with someone new. We learn the things we love about ourselves, the things wed like to change, and the qualities and values we look for in a partner. Loving relationships teach us self-respect as well as respect for others.

Is romantic love an obsession?

Those who pine over a lost love might have a biological reason for their prolonged yearning. New brain research suggests getting over romantic rejection might be akin to kicking an addiction. Romantic love is an addiction, said study author Helen E.