Attacking, Retreating, Seeking Comfort, and Helping Others Are All Examples

question 137

Multiple Choice

Attacking, retreating, seeking comfort, and helping others are all examples of emotions as

• A)emotional expressions.
• B)emotional feelings.
• C)physiological changes.
• D)adaptive behaviors.

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Definitions:

Affect Theory

A theoretical approach that focuses on bodily responses and emotional experiences as central to understanding human behavior and social dynamics.

Poststructural

A theoretical perspective that critiques and seeks to move beyond the structures established by traditional structuralism, emphasizing the instability of meaning and the role of power in the construction of knowledge.

Patricia Clough

An academic known for her work in feminist theory, affect theory, and the analysis of technological and media influences on culture.

New Media Technologies

Refers to digital, interactive, and networked technologies that have emerged since the late 20th century, transforming communication, entertainment, and information dissemination.