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Emotions — Revision Notes
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Psychology
Emotions revision notes for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Psychology: 4 topics in quick points. Includes What is Emotion?, General Characteristics.
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Key Topics to Revise
1
What is Emotion?
- The word 'emotion' comes from the Latin word 'emovere', meaning 'to stir up' or 'to move'.
- Emotions are internal feelings triggered by external or internal stimuli.
- They are both psychological (feelings) and physiological (body changes).
2
General Characteristics of Emotions
- Emotions are subjective and internal, not directly observable.
- They vary in duration (short or long) and intensity (low or high).
- Emotions are expressed through facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice.
3
Types of Emotions
- Emotions are classified into basic (primary) and complex (secondary) types.
- Basic emotions include happiness, sadness, anger, fear, surprise, and disgust.
- Secondary emotions like guilt, shame, pride, and jealousy are shaped by culture and society.
4
Emotions and Physiology
- Emotions cause physical changes in the body through the autonomic nervous system.
- The sympathetic nervous system activates 'fight or flight' during fear or stress.
- The parasympathetic nervous system calms the body after danger passes.
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Full NotesKey Concepts
Emotion comes from the Latin wordEmotions are subjectiveEmotions are divided into basic (primary)Emotions trigger changes in the bodyIt involves recognizing
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What are the important topics in Emotions for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Psychology?
Key topics in Emotions include What is Emotion?, General Characteristics of Emotions, Types of Emotions, Emotions and Physiology. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exam.
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