think I'm afraid; therefore, I am afraid." Name the theory of emotion that this statement characterizes.

Select one:
• a. the James-Lange theory
• b. activation theory
• c. cognitive arousal theory
• d. the Cannon-Bard theory

1 answer

The statement "think I'm afraid; therefore, I am afraid" characterizes c. cognitive arousal theory. This theory suggests that our thoughts and interpretations of a situation can lead to the experience of emotion.