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Cannon-Bard Theory

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The Cannon-Bard theory posits that we experience physiological reactions and emotions simultaneously from an emotion-provoking event.

AP course connection

Topic 7.3: 7.3 Theories of Emotion

Unit 7
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