Understanding Emotions, Stress, and Well-being — Theories, Impact, and Coping Explained | Psychology Chapter 12 Summary
Understanding Emotions, Stress, and Well-being — Theories, Impact, and Coping Explained | Psychology Chapter 12 Summary This thorough summary of Chapter 12 from Principles of Psychology (13th Edition) by David G. Myers and C. Nathan DeWall explores the complex interplay between emotion, stress, and well-being, and how psychological states influence physical health. Watch the full YouTube podcast summary for an insightful discussion on emotion theories and stress management. Theories of Emotion Emotions combine physiological arousal, expressive behaviors, and conscious experience. Major theories include: James-Lange Theory: Emotion follows physiological response. Cannon-Bard Theory: Emotion and physiological response occur simultaneously. Two-Factor Theory: Emotion results from arousal plus cognitive labeling. Emotions and the Autonomic Nervous System The autonomic nervous system (ANS) regulates physiological arousal during emotional experiences. Polygraphs...