Introduction to Psychology 10th Edition by Rod Plotnik,Haig Kouyoumdjian

Exercise 8

According to one theory, we inherit the neural structure and physiology to express and experience emotions, and we evolved basic emotional patterns to adapt to and solve problems important for our survival; this is called the (a) _____ theory. Facial expressions that accompany emotions send signals about how one (b) _____ and what one intends to do. Emotions focus one's (c) _____ so one can better respond to emotional situations and also increases (d) _____ of situations that may be either beneficial or dangerous to one's well-being.