Which of the following statements regarding hormones and emotions is TRUE?
A)Hormonal influences are largely responsible for negative emotions that occur in puberty.
B)Hormonal changes and environment are about equal in accounting for negative emotions that occur in puberty.
C)Hormonal factors are strongly associated with positive emotions.
D)Environmental experiences may contribute more to emotions of adolescents than hormonal changes.

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While hormonal changes can contribute to emotional instability during puberty, research suggests that environmental experiences, such as stressors and social support, may have a larger impact on adolescent emotions. Hormones can play a role in positive emotions as well, but they are not strongly associated exclusively with positive emotions.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding Hormones and Emotions Is