Theories holding that emotions result from people's interpretations and explanations of events, even in the absence of physiological arousal.
A. appraisal theories of emotion
B. social comparison theory
C. self-awareness theory
D. upward social comparison
Ans: A. appraisal theories of emotion
Psychology
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a) increasing. b) decreasing. c) stable. d) unlimited.
Psychology
Dr. Williamson conducts research examining the effects of electrical stimulation in certain parts of the brain. Dr. Williamson has found that stimulation of this part of the brain in laboratory rats will result in changes to the rats' mating, eating, and socialization behaviors. Based on this description, which part of the brain is Dr. Williamson most likely to be studying?
a. hypothalamus b. medulla c. pons d. cerebrum e. amygdala
Psychology