"We now recognize that abuse and neglect may be as frequent in nuclear families as love, protection, and commitment are in nonnuclear families."

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This quotation examines the core nature of Love as articulated by David Elkind. Within historical and literary traditions, reflections on Love provide actionable mental models, challenging individuals to evaluate personal ethics, self-discipline, and daily actions.

About David Elkind

David Elkind is an American child psychologist and author.

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