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IMMUNE SYSTEM
THE IMMUNE SYSTEM The immune system is the body’s inbuilt mechanism to protect itself from attack by potentially hazardous foreign invaders. The brain controls the immune system more directly than
Cerebral (brain) lateralization of cognition and emotion
Cerebral (brain) lateralization of cognition and emotion What is Lateralization? The idea that the right and left hemispheres of the brain (cerebral cortex) are structurally and functionally asymmetrically, wherein some
PSYCHO-PHYSIOLOGICAL MEASURES
PSYCHO-PHYSIOLOGICAL MEASURES Electro-dermal Measures Electro-dermal measures measure the electrical activity of the skin surface in relation to various motivational-emotional situations. Skin conductance is obtained by applying weak electric current to
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM The endocrine system is a complex system of ductless glands. The CNS controls the endocrine system through the neuro-chemical feedback loops involving the hypothalamus and the pituitary
AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM (ANS)
THE AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM (ANS) The autonomic nervous system is important in the physiological regulation of motivational-emotional states. Its major function is that of maintaining homeostasis and adaptation. The central
LIMBIC SYSTEM
THE LIMBIC SYSTEM This structure, also referred to as the paleocortex, lies on the border of the brain stem and below the neocortex. Role of the Limbic System The phylogenetically
THE BROADEN-AND-BUILD THEORY OF POSITIVE EMOTIONS
THE BROADEN-AND-BUILD THEORY OF POSITIVE EMOTIONS Barbara L. Fredrickson Basic Proposition The broaden-and-build theory describes the form and function of a subset of positive emotions, including joy, interest, contentment and
Schachter-Singer Theory of Emotion and Its 2 Important Components
Introduction The study of emotions has been a central topic in psychology, with multiple theories attempting to explain how emotions arise and function. One of the most influential models is
CANNON-BARD THEORY OF EMOTION
CANNON-BARD THEORY OF EMOTION In 1927, Cannon critically analyzed the James-Lange theory by reviewing relevant experimental and clinical research work, and put forth his theory of emotions. The core of
2 Classical Theories of Emotions- James-Lange Theory and Cannon-Bard Theory
Introduction Understanding emotions is a fundamental aspect of psychology, as emotions shape human thoughts, behaviors, and interactions. Two of the most prominent early theories of emotions are the James-Lange Theory
Murray’s Theory of Motivation- Discover 12 Important Psychogenic Needs
Introduction to Murray’s Theory of Motivation Murray’s theory of motivation is a comprehensive theory of motivation that explores the intricate dynamics between internal psychological needs and the external demands that
Theories of Motivation
Theories of Motivation I] Drive-Reduction Theories of motivation A need is a deprivation that energizes the drive to eliminate or reduce the deprivation. e.g. The body’s need for food arouses