Question

Alone in the woods, a woman hears a noise. She thinks she sees a bear coming toward her. Her heart starts pounding, and then, a moment later, she realizes how frightened she is. This sequence of events is BEST explained by the _____ theory of emotion.

Answer 1

Answer: James-Lange

Explanation: This theory of emotions explains the connection between emotional response and the physiological arousal that originate from external events. The emotional reaction is preceded by some physiological arousal such as rapid breathing or pounding of the heart, as in this case, hands may sweat for example, etc. It is these physiological changes of increased arousal, accelerated pulse that will result in emotional reaction, fear, panic, etc.