Walter Cannon Challenged the James-Lange Theory of Emotion, Criticizing It

question 101

Multiple Choice

Walter Cannon challenged the James-Lange theory of emotion, criticizing it on several grounds. Which of the following is one of those criticisms?

• A)The James-Lange theory of emotion overemphasized the importance of physiological reactions.
• B)Cannon argued that the James-Lange theory of emotion failed to consider the importance of thoughts in emotional reactions.
• C)Cannon pointed out that bodily reactions are similar for many emotions, yet our subjective experience of various emotions is very different.
• D)The James-Lange theory of emotion described the nature of emotions but failed to explain how they occur.

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