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James-Lange theory

/ 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


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Word History and Origins

Origin of James-Lange theory1

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

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