One Criticism of the James-Lange Theory of Emotion Is That

question 69

Multiple Choice

One criticism of the James-Lange theory of emotion is that:

• A) sometimes we feel emotions and we are not aroused physiologically at all
• B) not everyone is aroused the same way by a given emotional experience
• C) even single-cell organisms experience emotion
• D) different emotions do not necessarily have distinct physiological patterns

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Definitions:

Fear Strangers

An anxiety or fear reaction seen mostly in infants and young children when exposed to unfamiliar people.

Object Permanence

The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen, heard, or touched, a critical developmental milestone in infancy.

Hidden Object

An item that is not easily visible or is camouflaged within its surroundings, often used in puzzles and games.

Tactile Stimulation

The use of touch to stimulate the sensory system, often employed in therapeutic contexts to encourage mental and physical growth or to induce relaxation.