Lecture 5 - Emotion Flashcards

1
Q

What three components does an emotion consist of?

A

Cognition, feeling, readiness for action

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2
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What is the James-Lange theory of emotion?

A

Emotions occur after arousal

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3
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What is the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion?

A

Arousal and emotions occur simultaneously

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4
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What is the Schacter-Singer theory of emotion?

A

It is our cognitive interpretation of arousal that leads to emotion

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5
Q

What brain area is strongly associated with fear?

A

Amygdala

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6
Q

What brain area is strongly associated with disgust?

A

Insular cortex

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7
Q

What brain area controls decision making?

A

Orbitofrontal cortex

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