Edward was found to have a large, golfball-sized tumor in the right hemisphere of his brain, which caused substantial damage to the surrounding tissue. Which of the following behavioral changes is most consistent with this type of brain damage?
A. Being unable to recognize other people
B. Being unable to consciously control one's behavior
C. Changing personality traits generally considered stable
D. Loss of a sense of 'self' and feeling separate from others
Answer: D
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