The need to belong can be described as the desire to form and
maintain close, lasting relationships with other individuals.  In this
week’s discussion, consider a time when your need to belong led you to
do what was in your best interest.  Please respond to all of the
following prompts: 

• Consider the elements of attraction as outlined in the
  text.  Apply each element to platonic and romantic relationships you
  have had. 
• How do these elements differ in each?
• Are they all equally important or are they weighed differently in friendship than they are in romance?

1. Explain the human need for companionship in social relationships.
1. Explain the human need to belong.
2. Describe the principles of attraction.
3. Describe factors that enable close relationships.
4. Describe the relationship between love and sexuality in human relationships.
5. Assess the effects of rejection.