Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Labeling Emotion01:20

Labeling Emotion

237
Emotional labeling is a cognitive process that involves identifying and naming one's emotions, such as anger, fear, happiness, or sadness. It allows individuals to recognize and express their internal emotional states, a critical aspect of emotional regulation and communication. Labeling emotions requires more than mere recognition; it also involves drawing upon memory and contextual cues to understand the current situation and apply a corresponding emotional label. For instance, feeling...
237
Facial Feedback Hypothesis01:24

Facial Feedback Hypothesis

244
Charles Darwin proposed that facial expressions are an evolutionary adaptation for communication. He argued that these expressions are not influenced by culture but are universal across species. For example, a snarling expression with exposed teeth signals a threat in many animals, including humans. Darwin also suggested that displaying an emotion can intensify the feeling. Smiling, for example, could enhance one's sense of happiness. This idea laid the foundation for understanding the role...
244
Physiology of Emotion01:20

Physiology of Emotion

1.4K
The physiology of emotions is a multifaceted process involving the autonomic nervous system, brain structures, hormones, and neurotransmitters. This intricate interplay dictates how emotions manifest in the body and influence behavior.
Autonomic Nervous System
The autonomic nervous system (ANS) plays a critical role in emotional responses by regulating involuntary physiological functions. It consists of two main components: the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. The sympathetic system...
1.4K
Emotional Expression01:26

Emotional Expression

367
Emotional expression encompasses how individuals convey their emotions through verbal communication and non-verbal cues. These non-verbal actions include facial expressions, body language, and physical gestures, such as frowning or smiling. Among these, facial expressions play a crucial role in emotional expression and are understood universally, indicating a biological basis for how humans communicate emotions.
Universal Facial Expressions
Psychologist Paul Ekman identified seven basic...
367
Cognitive Theories: Schachter-Singer Theory of Emotion01:20

Cognitive Theories: Schachter-Singer Theory of Emotion

579
Stanley Schachter and Jerome Singer proposed the two-factor theory of emotion, which emphasizes the interplay between physiological arousal and cognitive labeling in forming emotional experiences. This theory suggests that emotions are not simply a result of physiological responses but rather a combination of these responses and the individual's cognitive interpretation of them.
Physiological Arousal and Cognitive Labeling
According to this theory, when an individual experiences...
579
Physiological Theories: James-Lange Theory of Emotion01:16

Physiological Theories: James-Lange Theory of Emotion

898
The James-Lange theory of emotion, proposed by William James and Carl Lange in the late 19th century, asserts that emotions are the result of physiological reactions to external stimuli. Contrary to the traditional view, which suggests that emotions directly arise from the perception of stimuli, this theory proposes that emotions occur as a consequence of the body's responses to such stimuli. According to this framework, an emotional experience is a cognitive interpretation of physiological...
898

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

How to Make a Creamy, Tasty Vegan Camembert.

ACS central science·2026
Same author

α‑Gal Causes Tick-Related Meat AllergiesIt Could Also Be a Therapeutic.

ACS central science·2025
Same author

A Long-Lost Coffee Bean Tastes as Good as the BestTo Understand Why, Scientists Turn to Chemistry.

ACS central science·2025
Same author

Long-Distance Contacts: Elephants call one another by name across the savanna.

Scientific American·2024
Same author

All Together Now.

Scientific American·2024
Same author

Shrinking Animals.

Scientific American·2018

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Sep 9, 2025

Brain Imaging Investigation of the Neural Correlates of Emotion Regulation
14:04

Brain Imaging Investigation of the Neural Correlates of Emotion Regulation

Published on: August 26, 2011

12.6K

Unmasking the Molecules Behind our Emotions.

Marta Zaraska

    ACS Central Science
    |September 2, 2025
    PubMed
    Summary

    Scientists are discovering the specific chemicals released during emotional expression. These emissions are found to influence the behavior of those nearby.

    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience and Behavioral Science: Investigating the biological and psychological underpinnings of emotional communication.

    Background:

    • Human emotions trigger the release of specific airborne chemical signals, known as emotional volatiles.
    • Understanding these chemical cues is crucial for deciphering social interactions and non-verbal communication.

    Discussion:

    • Research is actively identifying the precise chemical compounds associated with various emotional states.
    • Exploring the mechanisms by which these emitted chemicals are detected and processed by others.

    Key Insights:

    • The study highlights that emitted chemicals from emotional states can subtly alter the behavior of individuals within proximity.
    • This opens new avenues for understanding social influence and interpersonal dynamics through olfactory cues.

    Outlook:

    More Related Videos

    An Olfactory Preference Test for Measuring Olfactory Hedonic Biases in Mouse Models of Depression
    06:34

    An Olfactory Preference Test for Measuring Olfactory Hedonic Biases in Mouse Models of Depression

    Published on: July 11, 2025

    225
    Brain Imaging Investigation of the Memory-Enhancing Effect of Emotion
    15:57

    Brain Imaging Investigation of the Memory-Enhancing Effect of Emotion

    Published on: May 4, 2011

    16.7K

    Related Experiment Videos

    Last Updated: Sep 9, 2025

    Brain Imaging Investigation of the Neural Correlates of Emotion Regulation
    14:04

    Brain Imaging Investigation of the Neural Correlates of Emotion Regulation

    Published on: August 26, 2011

    12.6K
    An Olfactory Preference Test for Measuring Olfactory Hedonic Biases in Mouse Models of Depression
    06:34

    An Olfactory Preference Test for Measuring Olfactory Hedonic Biases in Mouse Models of Depression

    Published on: July 11, 2025

    225
    Brain Imaging Investigation of the Memory-Enhancing Effect of Emotion
    15:57

    Brain Imaging Investigation of the Memory-Enhancing Effect of Emotion

    Published on: May 4, 2011

    16.7K
    • Future research aims to map a comprehensive library of emotional chemical signals and their behavioral impacts.
    • Potential applications include understanding social disorders and developing novel therapeutic interventions.