The Idea That an Emotion-Arousing Stimulus Is Simultaneously Routed to the Cortex

question 12

Multiple Choice

The idea that an emotion-arousing stimulus is simultaneously routed to the cortex and to the sympathetic nervous system is central to the

• A) James-Lange theory.
• B) LeDoux theory.
• C) two-factor theory.
• D) Cannon-Bard theory.

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Definitions:

Unconditional Positive Regard

An attitude of total acceptance and support toward another person, regardless of what the person says or does, often used in therapeutic settings.

Ideal Self

A person's conception of how they would like to be, embodying their goals, aspirations, and standards.

Self-image

An individual's conception of themselves, including perceptions of one’s appearance, abilities, and personality.

Sublimation

A defense mechanism where socially unacceptable impulses or idealizations are unconsciously transformed into socially acceptable actions or behavior.