Interoceptive accuracy does not predict emotion perception in daily life

Abstract

Peripheral emotion theories suggest a crucial role of interoception for emotion perception, which in turn facilitates emotion regulation. Laboratory studies found positive relations between interoceptive accuracy and perceived emotion intensity and arousal. Studies in natural settings are largely missing, but seem important by virtue of emotional experience and regulation diversity.

Keywords

• interoception
• heartbeat perception
• emotion perception
• emotion regulation
• ecological momentary assessment