Facial Feedback Hypothesis

The facial feedback hypothesis states that facial movement can influence emotional experience. For example, an individual who is forced to smile during a social event will actually come to find the event more of an enjoyable experience.

Read more about Facial Feedback Hypothesis:  Background, Development of The Theory, Methodological Issues, Strack, Martin & Stepper's Test of The Hypothesis, Studies Using Botulinum Toxin (Botox)

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