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

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Etymology

Origin of James-Lange theory

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

Example Sentences

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.

But we may note that the James-Lange theory of an emotion regards it as a consciousness of the very changes in the organism adrenalin causes.

From The Glands Regulating Personality by Berman, Louis, M.D.

There is nothing in all this that speaks either for or against the James-Lange theory.

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

There are at least two sources which must be taken into account: the James-Lange theory of the emotions, and the Neo-Hegelian ethical theory.

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

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