Facial Feedback Hypothesis
Facial expressions influence emotional experiences.
Broaden-and-Build Theory
Positive emotions broaden awareness and actions.
Common Sense Theory
Stimulus leads to emotion, then physiological response.
James-Lange Theory
Stimulus causes physiological response, then emotion.
Cannon-Bard Theory
Stimulus triggers simultaneous physiological response and emotion.
Schachter-Singer Theory
Emotion arises from physiological response and cognitive appraisal.
Lazarus Theory
Cognitive appraisal precedes physiological response and emotion.
Zajonc-LeDoux Theory
Emotions occur independently of cognitive appraisal.
Emotional Impact on Attention
Emotions can enhance or impair focus and memory.
Decision-Making and Emotions
Emotions influence the speed and quality of decisions.
Emotions and Relationships
Positive emotions strengthen interpersonal connections.
Health and Emotions
Managing emotions contributes to better mental health.
Cultural Emotion Expression
Cultures vary in emotional expression and interpretation.
Paul Ekman
Studied universal emotions and facial expressions.
Universal Emotions
Basic emotions recognized across cultures.
Mixed Results in Emotion Research
Studies show varying conclusions on emotion universality.
Cognitive Labeling
Cognitive interpretation necessary for emotional experience.