12 Questions
According to the model for describing emotions, what is a prompting event?
An event that requires attention and awareness to activate the whole system of emotions
Which of the following can affect perception of a prompting event, according to the model for describing emotions?
Lack of sleep, hunger, work stress, or fighting with a partner
What can shape emotional reactions to a prompting event, according to the model for describing emotions?
Interpretation, thoughts, assumptions, and beliefs
What occurs as soon as a prompting event happens, according to the model for describing emotions?
Biological changes and expressions, including nervous system changes, different sensations, and action urges
Which skills can help decrease common vulnerability factors and regulate biological changes, according to the model for describing emotions?
Distress tolerance, opposite action, and mindfulness of body sensations
What can influence the experience of emotions and the biological changes that occur, according to the model for describing emotions?
Expressing emotions through body language, words, and actions
How can the way we express emotions influence our interpretation of a given event, according to the model for describing emotions?
The way we express emotions can reinforce or challenge our initial interpretation of an event
What is necessary to move forward in the system, according to the model for describing emotions?
Naming an emotion
What can occur as after-effects associated with emotions, according to the model for describing emotions?
Narrowed attention or physiological responses
What can help regulate emotions, according to the model for describing emotions?
Understanding physiological changes and after-effects of different emotions
What is the example used in the model for describing emotions?
A baby waking up for the third time in a given night at 4 am
What is the main goal of the model for describing emotions?
To enhance understanding of emotions and how they exist within a system of physical, cognitive, and behavioral happenings
Study Notes
Model for Describing Emotions
- The model aims to enhance understanding of emotions and how they exist within a system of physical, cognitive, and behavioral happenings.
- The example used in the model is a baby waking up for the third time in a given night at 4 am.
- A prompting event requires attention and awareness to activate the whole system of emotions.
- Different vulnerability factors can affect perception of a prompting event, such as lack of sleep, hunger, work stress, or fighting with a partner.
- Interpretation, thoughts, assumptions, and beliefs can shape emotional reactions to a prompting event.
- Biological changes and expressions occur as soon as a prompting event happens, including nervous system changes, different sensations, and action urges.
- Skills such as distress tolerance, opposite action, and mindfulness of body sensations can help decrease common vulnerability factors and regulate biological changes.
- Expressing emotions through body language, words, and actions can influence the experience of emotions and the biological changes that occur.
- The way we express emotions can also influence our interpretation of a given event.
- Naming an emotion is necessary to move forward in the system, and emotion labeling can help regulate emotions.
- After-effects associated with emotions, such as narrowed attention or physiological responses, can occur.
- Understanding physiological changes and after-effects of different emotions can help regulate emotions.
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