Cognitive Interpretation

Definition

Cognitive interpretation refers to the process in which an individual's thoughts and perceptions of a situation influence the emotion they experience. It suggests that how we perceive and interpret events or stimuli determines our emotional response.

Related terms

Appraisal Theory: The theory that suggests emotions are influenced by our subjective evaluations or appraisals of an event.

Attribution Theory: The theory that explains how individuals make inferences about the causes of their own and others' behavior.

Emotional Intelligence: The ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions as well as accurately perceive others' emotions.