James-Lange theory
Emotions arise from physiological arousal. Changes in the body produce emotion.
Cannon-Bard Theory
Physiological arousal and emotions occur simultaneously but occur independently; results from subcortical corners of brain- optic thalamus
Schachter- Singer theory
Two-factory theory/ Cognitive arousal theory; emotion is a result of physiological arousal and cognition. Physiological arousal is cognitively interpreted based off environmental context
Facial Feedback theory
Facial expressions are capable of influencing our emotions.
Lazarus’ cognitive mediational theory
cognitive appraisal theory; emotions determined by appraisal of a situation. Emotion before physiological response.
Primary Appraisal
Establish significance and meaning
Secondary appraisal
assess the ability to cope with consequences