Which of the following statements best represents how emotion is processed in the two hemispheres of the cerebral cortex?
A) The LEFT cerebral hemisphere is the main processing center for ALL emotions.
B) The RIGHT cerebral hemisphere is the main processing center for ALL emotions.
C) The left hemisphere plays a greater role in processing NEGATIVE emotions,and the right hemisphere plays a greater role in processing POSITIVE emotions.
D) The left hemisphere plays a greater role in processing POSITIVE emotions,and the right hemisphere plays a greater role in processing NEGATIVE emotions.

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Research suggests that the left hemisphere is more involved in processing positive emotions such as joy and happiness, while the right hemisphere is more involved in processing negative emotions such as fear and sadness. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it correctly represents the hemispheric specialization in emotional processing.

Which of the Following Statements Best Represents How Emotion Is