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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


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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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