Alyssa and Orlando have been together for 3 years. The first year was overwhelming. They spent all of their time together and every meeting was intense and arousing. Their relationship now is less intense, but involves deep caring and intimacy. According to Hatfield and Berscheid, Alyssa and Orlando have moved from ____________ love to ____________ love.

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According to Hatfield and Berscheid's theory of love, passionate love is characterized by intense emotions and sexual attraction, while companionate love is more about deep caring, intimacy, and commitment. Alyssa and Orlando's relationship has shifted from the overwhelming intensity of the first year (passionate love) to a more stable, caring, and intimate connection (companionate love). Therefore, option B, passionate to companionate love, is the best choice.

Alyssa and Orlando Have Been Together for 3 Years