Which of the following statements concerning the relationship between hormones and emotion is correct?
a. all emotion is determined by the level of cortisol released within the body.
b. both excitement and fear are influenced by the level of melatonin in the body.
c. stress response hormones prepare the body to cope with frightening situations.
d. research indicates that hormones have no influence on the development of mood disorders.

Answer;

C. Stress response hormones help prepare the body to cope with frightening situations.

Explanation;

-Stress is a biological and psychological response experienced on encountering a threat that we feel we do not have the resources to deal. The adrenal cortex releases stress hormones called cortisol.

-Cortisol enables the body to maintain steady supplies of blood sugar. Adequate and steady blood sugar levels help person to cope with prolonged stressor, and helps the body to return to normal.  

what statement best describes the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?

the sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for intense physical activity and is often referred to as the fight-or-flight response. the parasympathetic nervous system has almost the exact opposite effect and relaxes the body and inhibits or slows many high energy functions.