Question: Why do you think that humans have a desire to love and/or be loved? 

Answer: Its all about companionship. Life is so hard these days, that everyone turns for someone to fight the battle with them. It goes FAR beyond humans. Almost all species demonstrate some form of companionship & its all for the same reason. Loyalty & an eternal friendship.
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