Emotion: Definitions and Functions

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Which theory of emotional experience emphasizes the elicitation of emotions prior to thought?

James–Lange

In which culture do children cry and smile less at one year of age compared to U.S. children?

Chinese culture

According to Ekman, Sorenson, & Friesen (1969), which emotions show high cross-cultural recognition?

Facial expressions associated with basic emotions

Which group of emotions includes shame, guilt, and empathy, and develop later than basic emotions?

Social emotions

What does the Cannon–Bard theory propose regarding physical changes and emotional experience?

They occur at the same time

What is the primary distinction between emotion and feeling?

Emotion is a brief episode of synchronized responses, while feeling is the subjective experience associated with an emotion.

In the context of emotions, what purpose does affect serve?

Increase, decrease, or regulate arousal

According to one view, how do emotional feelings occur?

Along two or more continuous dimensions

Which of the following is NOT considered a basic emotion according to the text?

Interest

At what age do infants typically start showing fear according to the text?

Between 6-8 months

This quiz covers the definitions of emotion, feeling, mood, and affect, as well as the functions of emotions. Test your knowledge on how emotions are distinguished from feelings, mood, and affect, and why emotions exist or function.

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