This early theory of emotion asserts that we are happy because we are smiling, sad because we are crying, and frightened because our hearts are racing and our palms are sweating
A) James-Lange theory
B) Cannon-Bard theory
C) two-factor theory
D) cognitive appraisal theory

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The James-Lange theory proposes that our emotional experience follows from physiological arousal. In other words, we feel emotions because we first experience physical reactions to stimuli in our environment, and from these reactions we label our emotions. For example, we feel happy because we are smiling, sad because we are crying, and frightened because our hearts are racing and our palms are sweating.

This Early Theory of Emotion Asserts That We Are Happy