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Emotions and Theories in Psychology Quiz

#1

Which theory suggests that emotions are the result of physiological changes in response to a stimulus?

James-Lange theory
Explanation

Emotions arise from specific physiological responses to external stimuli.

#2

Who proposed the two-factor theory of emotion?

Stanley Schachter
Explanation

Emotions involve both physiological arousal and cognitive interpretation of the situation.

#3

Which emotion-focused coping strategy involves distancing oneself from the stressful situation?

Avoidance
Explanation

Coping by avoiding or minimizing direct confrontation with a stressor.

#4

Who proposed the hierarchy of needs theory, which includes the need for self-actualization?

Abraham Maslow
Explanation

Hierarchy of needs includes physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization.

#5

Which psychologist developed the concept of emotional intelligence?

Daniel Goleman
Explanation

Emotional intelligence involves understanding and managing one's own emotions and the emotions of others.

#6

What term refers to the process of suppressing or hiding one's emotions?

Emotional suppression
Explanation

Consciously restraining or concealing emotional expressions.

#7

According to the Cannon-Bard theory, what happens simultaneously when we experience an emotion?

Physiological changes and emotional experience
Explanation

Emotional experience and physiological changes occur independently and simultaneously.

#8

Which theory of emotion emphasizes the role of cognitive appraisal in determining emotions?

Schachter-Singer two-factor theory
Explanation

Emotions result from a combination of physiological arousal and cognitive appraisal of the situation.

#9

Which emotion is associated with the fight-or-flight response?

Fear
Explanation

Fear is a primal emotion linked to the physiological response of fight-or-flight.

#10

Who developed the cognitive-mediational theory of emotion, suggesting that our emotions are the result of the appraisal of events?

Richard Lazarus
Explanation

Emotions arise from the cognitive appraisal of events.

#11

Which of the following is NOT a basic emotion according to Paul Ekman?

Envy
Explanation

Envy is not considered one of the basic universal emotions by Paul Ekman.

#12

The process of managing emotions to adapt to one's environment is known as:

Emotional regulation
Explanation

Adapting and controlling emotions to navigate social and environmental challenges.

#13

The process by which we interpret and make sense of our experiences, leading to an emotional response, is known as:

Cognitive appraisal
Explanation

The subjective evaluation and interpretation of events contribute to emotional responses.

#14

According to the facial feedback hypothesis, what effect does facial expression have on emotions?

Facial expressions influence the intensity of emotions experienced
Explanation

Facial expressions can impact the intensity of emotional experiences.

#15

Who proposed the theory of cognitive dissonance?

Leon Festinger
Explanation

Cognitive dissonance theory explores the discomfort of holding conflicting beliefs or attitudes.

#16

Who is known for his research on the effects of social support on health outcomes?

Shelley Taylor
Explanation

Shelley Taylor investigated the role of social support in health and well-being.

#17

Who proposed the idea of the 'hierarchy of needs' in his theory of motivation?

Abraham Maslow
Explanation

Abraham Maslow introduced the hierarchy of needs as a motivation theory encompassing different levels of human needs.

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