Asked by Braxton Coley on May 10, 2024

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Emotion has been defined as having three elements. Please identify which choice below is NOT one of the three elements.

A) physical arousal
B) behavior that reveals the feeling to the outside world
C) inner awareness of feeling
D) cognitive dissonance for the exhibited behavior

Cognitive Dissonance

The discomfort in one's mind arising from the coexistence of opposing beliefs, ideas, or values.

Physical Arousal

The physiological response of the body to stimuli, evident in signs such as increased heart rate, sweating, or rapid breathing.

Inner Awareness

Inner awareness is the subjective experience of one's thoughts, feelings, and sensations; an introspective attention to one's internal state.

  • Identify the brain structures associated with emotions and emotional responses.
  • Recognize the universality of certain emotions and facial expressions.
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Hannah CiulloMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The three elements of emotion are physical arousal, behavior that reveals the feeling to the outside world, and inner awareness of feeling. Cognitive dissonance refers to a psychological state in which a person holds conflicting beliefs or values, and is not considered an element of emotion.