TED-Ed: Are there universal expressions of emotion? | Sophie Zadeh

The video explores the universality of facial expressions, starting with Darwin's theory and moving through research by Silvan Tomkins and Paul Ekman. It discusses how certain expressions are universal across cultures, supported by studies on remote tribes and blind individuals. The video identifies six core expressions and their features, while acknowledging cultural variations. It also delves into theories on why these expressions are universal, suggesting they play roles in survival and communication. The video concludes with the idea that expressions are deeply rooted in our evolutionary history.

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