Gender Differences in Types of Love

Gender differences in John Lee’s Love Styles were studied in a cross-sectional survey using the Love Attitude Scale (LAS) on 80 Indian college students [40 Males and 40 Females] in the age group of 18-25 years as a further investigation of the impact of love attitudes on unsuccessful relationships. While there was no significant difference in the other subscales, results indicated that Males (M=25.0250) are higher on Ludus (Playful) love style than Females (M=22.5750) [t (78) = -3.291, p<0.05]. Ludus love style is negatively correlated to satisfaction and contentment in a relationship. This finding could give an insight on the factors responsible for breakups, divorces and general discontent in relationships.