You Are Driving Down the Road When You See Another

question 99

Multiple Choice

You are driving down the road when you see another car suddenly swerve in front of you. Your heart begins to race as you think you might hit the car. All of these stimuli comprise your

• A)attention.
• B)unconsciousness.
• C)consciousness.
• D)alertness.

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Definitions:

Schachter and Singer's Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that emotions are determined by physiological arousal and the cognitive interpretation of that arousal, emphasizing the role of environmental cues in identifying the type of emotion experienced.

Emotion

A complex psychological state that involves a subjective experience, a physiological response, and a behavioral or expressive response.

LeDoux's Work

Refers to the research by neuroscientist Joseph LeDoux on the neural mechanisms underlying emotion and memory, particularly focused on fear.

Amygdala

A section of the brain that is responsible for detecting fear and preparing for emergency events, playing a key role in the processing of emotions.