Which best summarizes the views of the authors of the text about the placebo effect?
a. The placebo effect is itself a treatmentâ€"one that heals psychologically.
b. Using the placebo effect in psychotherapy would be considered unethical.
c. The placebo effect is benign, but never effective.
d. The placebo effect is a dangerous interference with the process of psychotherapy.
Answer: a.
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a) True b) False
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