AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -Which sequence of events in emotional responses is characteristic of the James-Lange theory of emotion? A stimulus leads to bodily arousal first, which is then interpreted as an emotion.

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: -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.