Which Theory Best Explains Why the Excitement That Lingers After

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which theory best explains why the excitement that lingers after a frightening event can facilitate passionate love?

• A) social exchange theory
• B) cognitive dissonance theory
• C) the two-factor theory
• D) equity theory

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Definitions:

Cognitive Appraisal

The process of interpreting and evaluating an event or situation which significantly influences one's emotional and psychological response.

James-Lange Theory

A theory of emotion proposing that emotions occur as a result of physiological reactions to events.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for fight or flight responses by increasing heart rate, blood flow, and adrenaline release.

Intense Anxiety

A heightened state of fear or apprehension that can interfere with daily activities, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat and sweating.