Which theory of emotions says that you feel fear when you see a snake because you have specific physiological responses that your brain recognizes as fear?

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The James-Lange theory of emotions suggests that emotions occur as a result of physiological reactions to events. According to this theory, you feel fear because your brain interprets specific physiological responses (like increased heart rate) as fear.

Which Theory of Emotions Says That You Feel Fear When