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Psychology Investigated: The two-factor theory of emotion.

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Background: The two-factor theory proposed that emotion is based on physiological arousal and cognitive labeling.

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Aim: To investigate the role of physiological arousal and cognitive labeling in emotional experience.

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Procedure: Participants were injected with epinephrine (adrenaline) or a placebo.

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Participants were then exposed to either a euphoric or angry confederate.

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Participants were asked to describe their feelings.

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Sample: 184 male participants.

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Sampling Technique: Opportunity sampling.

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Experimental Design: Independent measures.

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Controls: Participants who received a placebo were the control group.

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Ethical Issues: The use of epinephrine (adrenaline) could have caused potential health risks. Participants were not informed about the true nature of the study, which raises concerns about informed consent.

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