Theoretical approaches regarding the psychophysiology of emotions, facial expressions and emotional regulation

This paper presents the main theories and studies that addressed psycho physiological parameters, facial expressions and emotional adjustment process of the human operator. This article is a synthesis of the theoretical basis of my PhD thesis "Psychophysiology of emotions and facial expressions in emotional regulation analysis of the human operator." In this paper the feelings of employees forced to work under pressure or in situations when the stakes are high are presented and explained.With the help of emotional self-regulation process the human operator can overcome critical situations with energy and without unnecessary tension. (C) 2014 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd.