A Meta-Analysis of Studies Addressing the Effectiveness of Herbs in the Treatment

question 128

Multiple Choice

A meta-analysis of studies addressing the effectiveness of herbs in the treatment of depression revealed that:

• A) St. John's wort was not more effective than the placebo condition for mild depression.
• B) For severe depressions, St. John's wort was more effective than a placebo.
• C) For severe depressions, St. John's wort was more effective than SSRIs.
• D) St. John's wort was more effective than a placebo if the depression was a mild one.

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