After four years, Cole feels as if the excitement and passion is gone from his marriage. According to Fisher's theory of love, this feeling is due to
A) basic incompatibility.
B) a decrease in adrenaline levels.
C) a decrease in phenylethylamine (PEA) levels.
D) mutual distrust.

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Fisher's theory of love proposes that there are three neurochemical systems involved in romantic love: dopamine, norepinephrine/adrenaline, and phenylethylamine (PEA). PEA is associated with feelings of excitement, attraction, and novelty, and its levels decrease over time in long-term relationships. Therefore, Cole's feeling of the loss of passion in his marriage can be attributed to a decrease in PEA levels.

After Four Years, Cole Feels as If the Excitement and Passion