PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

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THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

THEORY OF EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
After seeing a deer jump out of the ditch and in front of your car, you experience conscious fear, and then your heart starts to beat faster.
A
Common Sense Viewpoint
B
James-Lange Theory
C
Cannon-Bard Theory
D
Schachter’s Two-Factor Theory
E
Cognitive-mediational Theory
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In contrast to the Cannon-Bard and James-Lange theories of emotion, the so-called “common sense” theory of emotion posits that someone has an emotional response, and this response triggers a physiological reaction. For example, someone can see a barking dog and consciously feel fear.

Detailed explanation-2: -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.

Detailed explanation-3: -Figure 11.4 Three Theories of Emotion. The Cannon-Bard theory proposes that emotions and arousal occur at the same time. The James-Lange theory proposes the emotion is the result of arousal. Schachter and Singer’s two-factor model proposes that arousal and cognition combine to create emotion.

Detailed explanation-4: -Examples of the Two-Factor Theory You start sweating, and you label what you’re feeling as “anxious.” However, when you meet with them, they say they want to give you a raise. You are already physically aroused, but now, you cognitively label this feeling “excitement” as a result of the good news.

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