When we experience unpleasant stimulation, the ________ is more active; with a pleasant emotion, the ________ is more active.
A) reticular activating system; hypothalamus
B) limbic system; endocrine system
C) left hemisphere; right hemisphere
D) sympathetic division; parasympathetic division
E) hypothalamus; thalamus

Question

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The sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for preparing the body for a fight or flight response, which is activated during unpleasant or threatening situations. On the other hand, the parasympathetic division is responsible for promoting rest and relaxation, which is activated during pleasant or non-threatening situations.

When We Experience Unpleasant Stimulation, the ________ Is More Active;