What is the Schachter-Singer law?

The Schachter-Singer law, also known as the two-factor theory of emotion, posits that emotion is based on two key components: physiological arousal and cognitive appraisal. According to this theory, when we experience physiological changes in our body, we interpret those changes based on the context, which leads to the identification of the specific emotion we feel. This implies that both the bodily response and the cognitive evaluation of the situation are necessary for the experience of emotion. The theory emphasizes the interaction between physiological state and cognitive processes in shaping emotional experiences.