AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This theory of emotion holds that we are afraid because we run or are angry because we strike
A
James-Lange
B
Cannon-Bard
C
Schachter-Singer
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The James-Lange theory of emotion suggests that physical changes in the body happen first, which then leads to the experience of emotion. Essentially, emotions stem from your interpretation of your physical sensations. For example, your heart beating wildly would lead you to realize that you are afraid.

Detailed explanation-2: -According to the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion, the experience of an emotion is accompanied by physiological arousal. According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, our experience of an emotion is the result of the arousal that we experience.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct solution to this problem is provided by option B: James-Lange theory.

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