Principlev1
When post-regulation evaluation reveals complete absence of
When post-regulation evaluation reveals complete absence of emotional experience rather than modulated intensity, treat this as evidence of suppression requiring protocol adjustment to preserve data access.
Why This Is a Principle
Derives from emotions as evaluative signals (Emotion as Systematic Cognitive Modulator, Emotional suppression increases physiological stress and), somatic markers (Emotions manifest as physiological changes in the body), and emotion function (Emotions function as evaluative signals that provide). Prescribes diagnostic test and corrective action—actionable guidance grounded in understanding the distinction between regulation and suppression.