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This theory suggests that emotions are the result of physiological reactions to events. You see a bear, you start to tremble, and then you feel fear.

Cannon-Bard Theory posits that physiological arousal and emotional experience occur simultaneously, but independently. You see a bear and simultaneously feel afraid and your body begins to tremble.

Also known as the Two-Factor Theory, it proposes that emotion is based on physiological arousal and cognitive label. You see a bear, your heart races, and you label this arousal as fear.

The Opponent-Process Theory suggests that emotions are followed by opposite emotions. The presence of one emotion elicits its opposite, which often explains the roller coaster of feelings people experience.

This theory claims that a thought must come before any emotion or physiological arousal. You must first think about your situation before you can experience an emotion (e.g., deciding that a bear is a threat).

Facial Feedback Theory suggests that facial expressions can influence emotions. The act of smiling can make you feel happier, just as frowning can lead to feeling sadder.

This theory proposes that positive emotions broaden our awareness and encourage novel, varied, and exploratory thoughts and actions, which in turn helps build our personal resources.