Module Outline

Module 27: Emotion

This module will attempt to explain the complex issue of emotions. The module first defines emotions and the three ingredients thereof.

The two historical theories, the James-Lange and Cannon-Bard theories are explained.  Schachter’s contemporary two-factor theory is detailed along with other cognitive theories of emotions.

The physiological aspects of fear are explained, including the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system. Lastly, how people express emotions, especially nonverbal methods, and gender and cultural influences on emotions are explained.

Theories of Emotions
	Emotions
	Physiological activation
	Expressive behaviors
	Conscious experience
	William James
	Carl Lange
	James-Lange Theory
	Walter Cannon
	Cannon-Bard Theory
	Cognitive appraisal
	Stanley Schachter
	Two factor theory
	Physiological arousal
	Cognitive label
	Robert Zajonc
	Amygdala
	Richard Lazarus
	Conscious awareness
	Unconscious thinking
Fear: A Closer Look
	Autonomic nervous system
	Sympathetic division
	Parasympathetic division
	Fight or flight
The Expression of Emotion
	Nonverbal communication
	Body language
	Gender and cultural effects
	Power
	Culture
	Display rules