Elation: The Science of High-Arousal Joy
Abstract: Defining Elation This entry provides a comprehensive overview of elation, a profoundly positive, high-arousal emotional state. Defined by intense feelings of joy, excitement, and triumph, elation is typically experienced as a powerful yet transient reaction to significant success, achievement, or positive anticipation. We delineate the intricate interplay between its psychological architecture and corresponding physiological […]