Which of the Following Is a Reason Why Using Placebos

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason why using placebos in experiments that test the effectiveness of psychotherapy is more complicated than in experiments that test the effectiveness of drug therapies?

• A)The therapists know if they are providing the treatment or control therapy.
• B)The effectiveness of psychotherapy is less than that of drug therapy, so the difference is harder to measure accurately.
• C)The placebo treatment often involves specific factors, which increase effectiveness.
• D)There are serious ethical concerns about withholding psychotherapy from patients.

Describe the sequence and rationale behind language development stages in early childhood.

Recognize the interdependent development of thought and language and the impact of language on cognition.

Understand the role of bilingualism in cognitive flexibility and language proficiency.

Differentiate between the various educational approaches for non-English speaking and bilingual children.

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Definitions:

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, a handbook used by healthcare professionals in the United States and much of the world as the authoritative guide to the diagnosis of mental disorders.

Mental Illness

A broad spectrum of psychological disorders that impact one's emotions, thought processes, and actions.

Classification System

A method used to organize or categorize information or objects, often using predefined criteria for sorting.

Psychopharmacology

The study of the use of medications in treating mental disorders, including the effects of drugs on mood, sensation, thinking, and behavior.