Chapter 8, Problem 8MC

Summary Introduction

Introduction

Feelings are often thought to be synonymous with emotions. However, the emotions we feel are also associated with behavioral, physiological, and cognitive factors. The nervous system, which transmits these feelings, is broadly divided into two components. The sympathetic nervous system is generally associated with emotional processes that expend energy (fear, anger, anxiety, etc.) On the other hand, the parasympathetic nervous system is commonly associated with emotional processes that restore energy to the body (joy, envy, and even depression.)