What Did Charles Darwin Believe About the Origin of Emotions

question 238

Multiple Choice

What did Charles Darwin believe about the origin of emotions?

• A) They are learned through experience.
• B) They do not merit scientific consideration.
• C) They are a product of evolution.
• D) They are remnants of our earliest ancestors and, thus, have little relevance today.

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Definitions:

Leon Festinger

Leon Festinger was a prominent psychologist best known for developing the theory of cognitive dissonance, which explores the tension that arises from holding conflicting beliefs or attitudes.

Albert Bandura

A psychologist known for his work on social cognitive theory and the concept of self-efficacy.

Martin Seligman

An American psychologist known for his work on the theory of learned helplessness and his contributions to positive psychology, focusing on character strengths and well-being.

Self-discrepancy

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