Question

Six months ago Zach made his first bungee jump. Before he jumped, he was intensely terrified. But when he completed the jump he felt relieved. After many jumps Zach feels only a mild amount of fear when he prepares to jump and feels intense elation both during and after the jump. This phenomenon can best be explained by the ______________ theory.

Answer 1

The correct answer is opponent-process

Explanation:  Solomon's Opponent Process Theory suggests that emotional reactions to a stimulus are followed by opposite emotional reactions.

This theory may explain why people like their stunt work. First, the individual will feel intense anxiety before performing a move and then the person will receive an opposite reaction of relief after the feat is completed.