Roxy has been looking forward to her wedding for several months. Much planning has gone into the big day. When the day arrives it is cold and rainy and her outdoor ceremony must be moved inside. She is still overcome with emotion when she sees her friends and family all gathered together in celebration. When she sees her future husband, her heart pounds and it confirms that she truly must be in love.
Part A
Explain how the following factors might explain Roxy’s emotional responses on her big day:
•James Lange theory
•Schacter-Singer theory
Part B
Prior to the wedding, Roxy’s friends throw a wedding shower to celebrate. How might each of the following terms play a role in the friend’s participation in the shower and her reaction to the attention and gifts she receives at the shower?
•Intrinsic motivation
•Incentive theory
Part C
Roxy is so busy at the reception that she does not remember to eat dinner right away. Finally, she takes some time to eat dinner and cake and immediately feels stuffed. How might the following impact Roxy’s hunger?
•Drive reduction theory of motivation