Theories of Emotion
This theory suggests that emotions are the result of physiological reactions to events.
What is the James-Lange Theory?
This theory suggests that behavior is motivated by the desire to reduce internal tension caused by unmet biological needs.
What is Drive Reduction Theory?
Arising from internal factors; performing for the sense of personal satisfaction
What is intrinsic motivation?
Suggest that changing physical states can help regulate emotions.
What is the James-Lange Theory?
According to Maslow, which needs must be satisfied before safety needs can be addressed?
Physiological needs.
This theory posits that emotions and physiological responses occur simultaneously.
What is the Cannon-Bard Theory?
This theory posits that people are motivated by a hierarchy of needs, starting with physiological needs.
What is Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
Arising from external factors; performed in order to receive something from others.
What is extrinsic motivation?
Teaching students to reappraise situations can help manage emotions effectively?
What is the Lazarus' theory?
The amount of energy that is expended in a given period of time.
What is metabolic rate?
This theory states that emotions depend on both physiological arousal and a cognitive label.
What is the Schachter-Singer Two-Factor Theory?
This theory emphasizes the role of intrinsic motivation, stating that people are most motivated when they feel autonomy, competence, and relatedness.
What is Self-Determination Theory?
The tendency to maintain a balance within a biological system.
What is homeostasis?
This theory can explain why people seek social connections.
What is Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
A subjective state of being; results from a combination of experience, expression, cognitive appraisal, and physiological responses.
What is emotion?
Suggests that our facial expressions can influence our emotions.
What is the facial feedback hypothesis?
This theory suggests that people are motivated to achieve and maintain an optimal level of arousal.
What is Arousal Theory?
Holds that a simple task is performed best when arousal levels are relatively high and complex tasks are best performed when arousal levels are lower.
What is the Yerkes-Dodson law?
Schools providing free breakfast programs help students meet physiological needs, improving focus and learning.
What is the drive-reduction theory?
Measures the physiological arousal of an individual responding to a series of questions.
What is a polygraph?
This theory proposes that emotions are a result of the interaction between physiological arousal and cognitive interpretation.
What is the Lazarus Theory?
This theory focuses on external rewards or punishments that drive behavior.
What is incentive theory?
An individual's belief in his/her own capability to complete a task.
What is self-efficacy?
Helps explain why some students thrive in structured environments while others need movement or interactive learning.
What is arousal theory?
A collection of specific standards that govern the types and frequencies of displays of emotions that are acceptable.
What are cultural display rules?