Which Theorists Agree That Autonomic Arousal Precedes the Conscious Experience

question 213

Multiple Choice

Which theorists agree that autonomic arousal precedes the conscious experience of emotion?

• A) James, Lange, and Schachter
• B) Cannon, Bard, and Atkinson
• C) Tomkins, Izard, and Plutchik
• D) Maslow, McClelland, and Murray

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Definitions:

Intrinsic Enjoy

Finding inherent satisfaction and pleasure in an activity, regardless of external rewards or outcomes.

Self-Handicapping

Self-handicapping is a strategy where individuals create obstacles for themselves as an excuse for potential failure, protecting their self-esteem.

Self-Enhancement Motive

The desire to learn favorable or flattering things about the self.

Appraisal Motive

The simple desire to learn the truth about oneself, whatever it is