Why do some scientists argue that animals have no emotion?

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***Lena***

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Well, some will say they experience fear, but nothing else. Either way, this is impossible. In order to experience fear, one must be able to experience the emotion which is counter-reactive to this. Fear AND euphoria. For example, at least.

Why don't people take the time to observe? I mean HELLO even humans are able to experience instinctive emotions including fear, panic, euphoria, and rage. If animals thrive on instinct, they should be equipped with these emotions. Therefore, this proves those people dead wrong. What else could they be wrong about?

Wait, is it scientists saying this or just common people? What are your opinions on this matter? Do you understand what I mean by the reactive emotion? Kind of like adrenaline and serotonin. If serotonin wasn't present, we wouldn't be able to calm down again after almost being hit by a car. Am I making sense?
I just think that if a young child can grasp this concept, adults should have no trouble, right?

Thanks! :)
Lena
 
No one knows what an animal feels but you could analyze the brain as an extension of the nervous system and come up with a theory. Most animals have an instinctive brain for avoiding harmful situations such as pain... but not much else for cognitive function. Some animals have more capacity to solve problems as well as that other stuff. I think most scientists agree that they have emotions, but not the ability to process certain emotions that humans have, due to our larger nervous system and a bigger brain with higher functions. Also I think some religions teach people that animals have no emotions.
 
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