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James-Lange theory

British  
/ ˈdʒeɪmzˈlɑːŋɡə /

noun

  1. psychol a theory that emotions are caused by bodily sensations; for example, we are sad because we weep

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of James-Lange theory

named after William James + Carl Lange (1834–1900), Danish psychologist

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The other source of Dewey's psychology, which is now to be considered, is the James-Lange theory of the emotions.

From John Dewey's logical theory by Howard, Delton Thomas

In any case, there is no denying the service done by the James-Lange theory in calling attention to bodily sensations as real components of the conscious emotional state.

From Psychology A Study Of Mental Life by Woodworth, Robert S.

For emotions we shall accept a modified James-Lange theory, supplementing it by the developments of science since their day.

From The Foundations of Personality by Myerson, Abraham

Most people are rather impatient with the James-Lange theory, finding it wholly unsatisfactory, though unable to locate the trouble precisely.

From Psychology A Study Of Mental Life by Woodworth, Robert S.

Modern views on the causation of emotions begin with what is called the James-Lange theory.

From The Analysis of Mind by Russell, Bertrand

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