Which of These Conditions Is Likely to Produce the Highest

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of these conditions is likely to produce the highest positive placebo effect?

• A) a physician dressed casually in blue jeans and sneakers
• B) a physician who is enthusiastic in describing the treatment
• C) a physician with a reputation for medical errors
• D) a physician who, when prescribing medication says, "This may not help, but it won't hurt."

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Definitions:

Centrated

Focusing attention on one aspect of a situation or object while ignoring others, a concept found in Piaget's theory of cognitive development.

Irreversible

A process or event that cannot be undone or reversed once it has occurred.

Symbolic Function

Piaget’s term for ability to use mental representations (words, numbers, or images) to which a child has attached meaning.

Pretend Play

A form of play among children where they use their imagination to create scenarios, roles, and activities.