The Frequent Finding That Asthmatics Often Experience Shortness of Breath

question 231

Multiple Choice

The frequent finding that asthmatics often experience shortness of breath concurrently with tremendous anxiety is an example of how emotions and physiological symptoms often occur simultaneously. As such, it supports which of the following theories of emotion?

• A) Plutchik's
• B) James-Lange
• C) Cannon-Bard
• D) Schachter and Singer's

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Definitions:

Bias

A tendency to favor or prejudice against something or someone, often in a way considered to be unfair.

Cognitive Inventory

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Affective

Relating to moods, feelings, and attitudes; often used in the context of psychological conditions that affect emotional states.