Romantic Relationship Satisfaction, Attachment Style And Love Style Among College Going Students

Abstract

Background: While prior research has illuminated the relationships between love style, attachment style, and relationship satisfaction, there is still much to be grasped about the nuanced dynamics at play. This study aims to contribute to this knowledge base by examining the intricate interplay between love style, attachment style, and relationship satisfaction in a diverse sample. By clarifying these relationships, the study seeks to offer valuable insights into the factors that influence relationship quality and well-being.

Aims and Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the love styles and attachment style of college students and examine their correlation with relationship satisfaction . The sample consisted of 149 college going students selected through purposive sampling. Socio-demographic information such as gender, age groups, family income, educational level, relationship status, and family system were collected using a semi-structured questionnaire. The Love Attitude Scale ,Adult Attachment Style and Relationship Assessment Scale was administered with informed consent. The data was analyzed using Correlation,  cross- tabulations and T sample test.

Results: Ludus was found to be the most prevalent love style across all attachment styles. Relationship satisfaction was linked to longer relationships and a lower overall score on love styles.The length of the relationship indicated a significant positive correlation with Total Relationship Satisfaction (r = .277, p < .001) and a significant negative correlation with Total Love Style (r = -.239, p = .003), in line with the results mentioned earlier.

Conclusion: Correlation analysis revealed significant positive correlations between total adult attachment and total relationship satisfaction, as well as between relationship satisfaction and the length of the relationship. However, no significant correlation was found between love style and attachment style.