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#129 – Lisa Feldman Barrett: Counterintuitive Ideas About How the Brain Works

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The Complexity of Emotions and Concepts

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between emotions, neuroscience, and cognitive science, challenging traditional views on emotional origins and categorization. It discusses how emotional experiences are constructed uniquely in context, influenced by past encounters and social environments. The chapter also highlights gender differences in emotional perception and expression, revealing discrepancies between societal expectations and actual emotional responses.

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