James Lange Theory
arousal before emotion
(ex: heart pounding → “i’m scared!”)
Cannon-Bard Theory
arousal = simultaneous w emotions
(heart pounds as i’m scared)
Schachter-Singer 2-Factor Theory
physical arousal + cognitive appraisal (assessment) = emotions
Zajonc and LeDoux Theory
emotional reactions apart from/before interpretation
(high road=more complex, low road=simple likes/dislikes)
Lazarus Theory
emotions arise from our appraisal of a situation as either harmless/dangerous
Conscious Thinking
Lazarus, Schachter-Singer
(Complex feelings & interpretations)
Unconscious Thinking
James-Lange, Cannon-Bard
(simple reactions, likes/dislikes, fears)