While the James-Lange Theory of Emotion Proposes That Our Emotions

question 174

Multiple Choice

While the James-Lange theory of emotion proposes that our emotions result from our ________________, the somatic marker theory suggests that we use our physical reactions as cues to tell us __________________.

• A) evaluation of environmental cues; what to feel
• B) physical sensations; how to act
• C) evaluation of both physical and situational cues; where to go
• D) interpretation of cognition; what to feel

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Definitions:

Biological Processes

The vital processes occurring in living organisms that are necessary for the maintenance of life, including growth, reproduction, and metabolism.

Levels of Analysis

Refers to the different ways of approaching and examining psychological issues, ranging from biological to societal factors.

Human Behaviour

Encompasses a range of actions and mannerisms exhibited by humans, influenced by culture, attitudes, emotions, values, ethics, authority, rapport, hypnosis, persuasion, coercion, and genetics.

Null Hypothesis

Proposes that a prediction made from a given theory is false. Experiments (and other research strategies) are set up not to prove the worth of a theory, but rather to reject (or fail to reject) the null hypothesis. Thus, theories gain in strength because alternative explanations are rejected.