The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Requires Controlled Trials That

question 116

Essay

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires controlled trials that last for a few weeks or, at most, a few months to test the effects of drugs used in the treatment of psychological disorders. What concerns
are raised by the limited time period for these trials?

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Definitions:

Consciousness

The ability to be cognizant of and reflect upon one's self, perceptions, mental activities, setting, and personal experiences.

Electroencephalograph

A medical instrument used to measure the electrical activity of the brain, often used in the diagnosis of conditions and the study of sleep and consciousness.

Light Sleep

A sleep stage characterized by low frequency and relatively easy arousal, often considered the first stage of the sleep cycle.

Core Body Temperature

The internal temperature of the body, which is closely regulated and necessary for proper physiological functioning.