Select the accurate statement regarding the placebo effect of medications
1. It is caused by psychologic factors rather than physiologic ones.
2. When it occurs, it indicates that the patient did not have an illness.
3. It is a rare effect, seen only with psychotropic medications.
4. It is almost always a positive response that facilitates healing.
Correct Answer: 1
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