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8.19 : Cognitive Theories: Lazarus Mediational Theory of Emotion

Richard Lazarus' cognitive mediational theory highlights the pivotal role of cognitive appraisal in shaping emotional responses. According to this theory, the evaluation of a stimulus — based on personal values, goals, beliefs, and expectations — mediates the emotional response. This appraisal process is immediate and often occurs unconsciously, influencing the intensity and nature of the resulting emotion.

Cognitive Appraisal and Emotional Response

Lazarus proposed that emotions are not solely automatic reactions to stimuli but depend on how an individual appraises a situation. This appraisal assesses whether a stimulus poses a threat, aligns with personal goals, or disrupts expectations. For example, encountering a snarling dog triggers an initial appraisal determining the emotional outcome. If the dog is securely confined behind a fence, the appraisal might conclude that there is "no threat," leading to a calm or mildly annoyed response. On the other hand, if the dog is unrestrained, the appraisal might be "danger — threatening animal," resulting in increased arousal and the experience of fear. This process highlights that the cognitive interpretation of an event, rather than the event itself, dictates the emotional response.

Criticisms of the Theory

Some researchers argue that emotional responses can be so rapid that they precede conscious cognitive appraisal. For example, the reflexive action of shrieking upon seeing a snake might occur without deliberate cognitive evaluation. Critics suggest that emotional reactions may be immediate and automatic in certain situations, raising questions about whether cognitive appraisal is always a necessary precursor to emotion. However, proponents of the cognitive mediational theory maintain that even rapid responses involve a primary, unconscious appraisal, indicating that cognitive processes still play a crucial role in shaping emotions.

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Cognitive TheoriesLazarus Mediational TheoryCognitive AppraisalEmotional ResponsesThreat AssessmentPersonal ValuesEmotional OutcomeAppraisal ProcessReflexive ActionAutomatic ReactionsPrimary Unconscious AppraisalEmotion Shaping

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