Unconditional love

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Unconditional love is a concept across psychology, evolutionary biology, and philosophy that refers to an active, selfless disposition toward the well-being and highest good of another, regardless of their actions and without the expectation of reciprocity. Moving beyond mere emotional affection, the concept is analyzed through various scientific and ethical lenses. In humanistic psychology, the concept is formalized as unconditional positive regard, a term introduced by psychologist Carl Rogers. It emphasizes the complete acceptance and support of a person without judgment, playing a crucial role in healthy psychological development and therapeutic relationships. From the perspective of evolutionary biology and psychology, unconditional love is closely associated with altruism and kin selection. It manifests as behaviors that evolved to maximize the inclusive fitness of closely related individuals (such as parents, offspring, and siblings) by providing care and protection without requiring...

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