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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Definitions:

Be With Other People

The act of spending time in the company of others to engage in social activities, communication, or for the purpose of establishing relationships.

Belong

The innate human need to be an accepted member of a group, whether it's family, friends, or a larger social context.

Affiliation Motive

The innate need to form and maintain interpersonal relationships and feel connected to others.

Threatened

Feeling threatened involves experiencing fear or anxiety over a perceived risk or danger to one's safety, well-being, or position.