Research on the Placebo Effect Is Valuable Because It

question 73

Multiple Choice

Research on the placebo effect is valuable because it

• A) shows that it is difficult to easily separate the effects of biochemical and psychological factors on brain function.
• B) may make it possible to more efficiently integrate placebo and drug treatments.
• C) can help us understand the mechanisms by which drugs are effective in pain treatment
• D) all of these

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