Historically, what was the attitude of many clinicians about the role of science in mental health treatment?
A. They were worried that they did not have the expertise to use scientific data effectively.
B. They were resistant to using scientific data in treatment and preferred relying on their clinical judgment.
C. They were satisfied about the advances in treatment inspired by basic research.
D. They were hopeful that scientific data would eventually be more central to clinical care.
Answer: B
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