AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following sequences is correct according to James-Lange theory of emotion?
A
physiological changes, feel emotion, interpret emotion, observable behavior
B
physiological change, interpretation of physiological change, feel emotion, observable behavior
C
feel emotion, physiological change, intepretation of physiological change, observable behavior
D
brain interpretation, physiological change, observable behavior
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The sequence given by James Lange’s “Theory of Emotions” is Situation → Bodily disturbance → Mental state. Emotions occur as a result of physiological reactions to events.

Detailed explanation-2: -James argues that the sequence of events in experiencing emotion is: Emotion stimulus → Physiological Response Pattern → Affective Experience. The theory itself emphasizes how physiological arousal, with the exclusion of emotional behavior, is the determiner of emotional feelings.

Detailed explanation-3: -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-4: -According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, our physiological (bodily) reaction occurs first, followed by an emotional reaction-we are afraid because we run.

Detailed explanation-5: -Terms in this set (48) Which of the following sequences is correct according to the James-Lange theory of emotion? (B) Physiological changes, awareness of physiological change, feel emotion, observable behavior.

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