What are the theories of emotion?

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Question: What are the theories of emotion?
Position‹5 of 5: Facial Feedback Hypothesis

This position presents the facial feedback hypothesis of emotion, which holds that there is a direct link between facial expressions and emotional experience. It argues that the expressions we make do not merely reflect our feelings but can actively influence and shape them.

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Facial expressions can influence emotions
Not only are facial expressions one of the major indicators of a person's emotional state, they can also directly affect emotions.