Some of the most prominent modern theories of the mood disorders focus primarily on cognitive factors. You learned in Chapter 9 that some theorists believe the experience of emotion is heavily influenced by cognitive factors. In what ways do some of these cognitive theories of emotion agree with theories about cognitive factors in the etiology of the mood disorders?
What will be an ideal response?
Essentially, cognitive theories of mood disorders say that depression, in particular, results from a specific kind of thinking, especially a pessimistic explanatory style. Schachter's two-factor theory of emotion states that we experience some emotions by interpreting physiological arousal in accordance with the current environment. If situational cues appear to be in accord with an explanation of negative events that place the blame on the individual, then one may experience unpleasant emotions, and depression may result.
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a) social comparison theory. b) social identity theory. c) downward social comparison. d) low self-esteem theory.