The James-Lange theory of emotions states that the physiological and psychological components
of emotion occur simultaneously.

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The James-Lange theory of emotions states that the physiological and psychological components	
of emotion occur simultaneously.

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The James-Lange theory of emotions states that physiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion. In other words, our bodily reactions to a stimulus (such as increased heart rate or sweating) lead to the subjective experience of an emotion. Therefore, the components of emotion do not occur simultaneously according to this theory.

The James-Lange Theory of Emotions States That the Physiological and Psychological