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According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, how are emotions generated?
According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, how are emotions generated?
What does the Cannon-Bard theory propose about emotional responses?
What does the Cannon-Bard theory propose about emotional responses?
How did Walter Cannon's view differ from the James-Lange theory of emotion?
How did Walter Cannon's view differ from the James-Lange theory of emotion?
According to the Cannon-Bard theory, can people experience physiological reactions linked to emotions without actually feeling those emotions?
According to the Cannon-Bard theory, can people experience physiological reactions linked to emotions without actually feeling those emotions?
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What did Phillip Bard's work contribute to the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion?
What did Phillip Bard's work contribute to the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion?
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Study Notes
James-Lange Theory of Emotion
- Emotions are generated by physiological responses to stimuli; the body reacts first and the mind recognizes the emotion later.
- For example, seeing a bear may trigger a racing heart, and the awareness of this physiological change leads to the experience of fear.
Cannon-Bard Theory of Emotion
- Proposes that physiological responses and emotional experiences occur simultaneously rather than sequentially.
- Both emotional responses and physiological changes are activated by the brain at the same time after the perception of a stimulus.
Differences between Cannon and James-Lange Theories
- Walter Cannon disagreed with the James-Lange theory's emphasis on a linear process; he believed that the experience of emotion and physical reaction could happen concurrently.
- Cannon argued that emotions could occur without the direct influence of physiological responses, highlighting a more complex interplay between emotion and bodily reactions.
Physiological Reactions without Emotion
- According to the Cannon-Bard theory, it is possible to have physiological reactions that are linked to emotions without actually experiencing those emotions.
- This indicates a distinction between the bodily response and the conscious feeling of an emotion.
Contribution of Phillip Bard
- Phillip Bard's work expanded the Cannon-Bard theory by elucidating the role of brain structures in emotional processing.
- His research focused on the physiological aspects of emotional reactions and supported the idea that emotions trigger bodily responses simultaneously.
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Test your knowledge of the James-Lange theory of emotion with this quiz. Explore the concept of emotions arising from physiological responses to external stimuli and enhance your understanding of this influential theory in psychology.
