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Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior

Understanding Emotion Through the Two-Factor Theory

Easy Psychology Emotion And Stress

In the field of psychology, understanding the various components of emotions and stress is crucial. One prominent model that illustrates the relationship between emotional responses and physiological changes is the two-factor theory of emotion, proposed by Stanley Schachter and Jerome Singer. This theory posits that emotions are determined by a combination of physiological arousal and cognitive interpretation.

According to the two-factor theory, which of the following statements best summarizes how emotions are born from physiological responses and cognitive appraisals?

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