THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS
MEMORY AND EMOTION
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Question
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According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, the following is true:
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We smile because we are happy
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Happiness and smiling occur simultaneously
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We are happy because we choose to be happy
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We are happy because we smile, and we smile in response to the physiological pattern associated with happiness
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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: -This theory states that our emotions are a result of physiological reactions in our body; it states, for example, that we are happy because we smile, not that we smile because we are happy.
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