India, Feb. 13 -- Finding out about a romantic partner's love language has been a popular trend among Gen Z. Its apparent mismatch has even fuelled break-ups. From deep conversations to lovers' quarrels, the topic of love language has made its presence felt in every sphere.

However, the concept itself did not come from any scientific, sociological or psychological schools of thought, and does not hold much water when it comes to analysing relationships as such, according to Jeff Guenther, a licensed professional counsellor based in Portland.

Taking to Instagram on February 12, Jeff claimed that "love languages have become the ultimate get-out-of-jail-free card for avoiding basic relationship skills. People are using them to explain away...