Unipolar emotions
Unipolar Emotions
Unipolar emotions (/juːnɪˈpəʊlər ɪˈmoʊʃənz/), also known as single-pole emotions, are a type of emotional response that is characterized by the presence of a single emotional state, as opposed to bipolar emotions, which involve alternating or co-occurring emotional states.
Etymology
The term "unipolar" is derived from the Latin words "uni" meaning "one" and "polaris" meaning "pole". It is used in this context to denote the presence of a single emotional state.
Description
Unipolar emotions are typically characterized by the presence of a single emotional state, such as happiness, sadness, anger, or fear. This is in contrast to bipolar emotions, which involve the presence of two opposing emotional states, such as happiness and sadness, or anger and fear. Unipolar emotions are often associated with specific events or situations, and they can vary in intensity and duration.
Related Terms
- Emotion: A complex state of feeling that results in physical and psychological changes that influence thought and behavior.
- Bipolar Emotions: Emotional states that involve the presence of two opposing emotional states.
- Mood: A temporary state of mind or feeling.
- Affect: The experience of feeling or emotion.
- Emotional Regulation: The ability to respond to the ongoing demands of experience with the range of emotions in a manner that is socially tolerable and sufficiently flexible.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Unipolar emotions
- Wikipedia's article - Unipolar emotions
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