Ep86 "What are emotions?"
Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman
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The Complexity of Constructed Emotions
This chapter examines the theory of constructed emotions, challenging traditional notions of universal emotional biomarkers and highlighting cultural variations in emotional perception. It discusses the interplay between emotions, cognition, and the brain's predictive nature in processing sensory information. The speakers argue for a more inclusive understanding of emotional experiences across cultures while exploring how emotions arise from the body's regulatory systems and the implications for artificial intelligence.
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