The ______ of Emotion Focuses on How the Reactions of Others

question 37

Multiple Choice

The ______ of emotion focuses on how the reactions of others to our gestures help us define what we are feeling.

• A) Biological Theory
• B) Social Interaction Theory
• C) labor theory
• D) classical theory

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Definitions:

Reinforcement Contingency

Reinforcement contingency is a term in behavioral psychology that refers to the relationship between a behavior and its consequence, emphasizing that a behavior must be followed by a reinforcement for the behavior to be increased.

Internal

Pertaining to or situated within something; often refers to phenomena or processes occurring within an organism or object.

External

Originating from outside, not confined within an entity or individual.

Achievement Motivation

The drive to excel, achieve in relation to a set of standards, or strive to succeed.