fusionaffect
Fusionaffect is a theoretical construct in affective science describing the emergent emotional state that arises when disparate perceptual or cognitive streams are integrated into a single, coherent experience. The term blends fusion, the integration of inputs from multiple modalities, with affect, the experiential component of emotion.
Origins and scope: The concept emerged in speculative discussions within multimodal emotion research in the early
Mechanisms: It is proposed to arise from cross-modal integration processes that create a perceptual- affective coherence,
Measurement and methods: Researchers have suggested multimodal measurement approaches, including self-report scales assessing perceived coherence and
Applications and scope: Fusionaffect is discussed in contexts such as film and game studies, immersive installations,
Critiques: Some scholars caution that fusionaffect risks conflating established constructs such as arousal, valence, or overall
See also: affect, emotion, multisensory integration, cross-modal perception.