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Cannon-Bard Theory

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

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The Cannon-Bard theory of emotion finds that emotions:
The Cannon-Bard theory of emotion finds that emotions:
How does the Cannon-Bard theory differ from the James-Lange theory in explaining emotional responses?
According to the Cannon-Bard theory, how would one explain crying during an emotional film scene?
In the Cannon-Bard theory, emotion and physiological reactions occur simultaneously following which event?
In what way does the Cannon-Bard theory challenge James-Lange's perspective on emotions?
Which theory of emotion, replaced by the Cannon-Bard theory, suggested that physical arousal precedes emotional experience?
How might an experimenter test the Cannon-Bard Theory using cutting-edge technology?
In what way could Cannon-Bard theory's claim -- "emotions and physiological changes occur simultaneously" -- be disputed?

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