Not All Psychologists Are Convinced That Anger, Fear, and So

question 43

Essay

Not all psychologists are convinced that anger, fear, and so forth are psychological "elements." For several reasons many question whether it makes sense to talk about basic emotions at all. Describe the three arguments presented in your text that do not support the concept of "basic emotions."

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Definitions:

Soviet Union

A former federation of communist republics in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia, existing from 1922 until 1991, officially known as the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR).

Afghan Mujahideen

Islamic guerrilla fighters who waged a jihad against the Soviet Union's occupation of Afghanistan from 1979 to 1989, later involved in civil conflicts within Afghanistan.

Procommunist Government

A government that supports or is aligned with communist principles, often advocating for communal ownership and the redistribution of resources.

Mariel Boat Lift

A mass emigration of Cubans to the United States in 1980, originating from the Mariel Harbor; it raised immigration and asylum issues between the two countries.