emotion
Sign in to savethumb|Sixteen faces expressing the human passions – colored engraving by J. Pass, 1821, after [[Charles Le Brun|371x371px]]
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- Etymology
- History
- Definitions
- Components
- Differentiation
- Classification
- Basic emotions theory
- Multi-dimensional analysis theory
- Theories<span class="anchor" id="Theory"></span>
- Pre-modern history
- Evolutionary theories
- 19th century
- Contemporary
- Somatic theories
- James–Lange theory
- Cannon–Bard theory
- Two-factor theory
- Cognitive theories
- Two-Process Theory
- Situated perspective on emotion
- Genetics
- Formation
- Neurobiological explanation
- Prefrontal cortex
- Homeostatic/primordial emotion<span class="anchor" id="Homeostatic emotion"></span>
- Emergent explanation
- Disciplinary approaches
- History of emotions
- Sociology
- Psychotherapy and regulation
- Cross-cultural research
- Computer science
- Effects on memory
- Notable theorists
- See also
- References
- External links
thumb|Sixteen faces expressing the human passions – colored engraving by J. Pass, 1821, after [[Charles Le Brun|371x371px]]
Emotions are physical and mental states brought on by neurophysiological changes, variously associated with thoughts, feelings, behavioral responses, and a degree of pleasure or displeasure. There is no scientific consensus on a definition. Emotions are often intertwined with mood, temperament, personality, disposition, or creativity.