An Active Placebo Differs from a Traditional Placebo in That

question 21

Multiple Choice

An active placebo differs from a traditional placebo in that it

• A) has some true therapeutic effects.
• B) is only given to experimental patients with their consent.
• C) causes similar side effects to antidepressants, such as dry mouth and drowsiness.
• D) actually improves most symptoms of depression.

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