Cannon-Bard Theory a. Physiological states in many different emotions were identical. Thought both thalamus and cortex were stimulated simultaneously. Neither considered that thoughts could influence emotion Cognitive Theories of Emotion 1. Shacter-Singer Approach a.
People interpret physical sensations within a specific context.
Ss changed as a function of the situation. Born with startle and fear response. Emotional Development in Rhesus Monkeys a. Harlow - preferred the terrycloth mother. Emotional Development in Humans Infants Assume that infants have inborn need for social stimulation.