James-Lange theory

English

Etymology

Developed independently by two 19th-century scholars, William James and Carl Lange.

Proper noun

the James-Lange theory

  1. (psychology) An early hypothesis as to the origin and nature of emotions, stating that physiological arousal instigates the experience of emotion.
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