There are two types of power of attorney: POA for healthcare: Gives a designated person the authority to make health care decisions on behalf of the person. POA for finances: Gives a designated person the authority to make legal/financial decisions on behalf of the person.
Human bonding. Human bonding is the process of development of a close, interpersonal relationship. It most commonly takes place between family members or friends, but can also develop among groups, such as sporting teams and whenever people spend time together. Bonding is a mutual, interactive process, and is different from simple liking.
Under the law, a relationship is defined as close if at least one of the following is true: 1  You are married or were formerly married to the other party. 2  You have or formerly had an engagement or dating relationship with the other party. 3  You and the other party have a child or children together.