Celiac disease affects a moderate number of people worldwide. Gluten intolerance is claimed to be more widely spread and is more difficult to evaluate clinically. A recent clinical study found that even when subjects were given a strictly controlled placebo diet, they reported a worsening of the symptoms commonly reported by people complaining of gluten intolerance. This is an example of
a.) the ease of diagnosing celiac disease.
b.) the reactions of others to a chronic illness.
c.) how people learn the sick role and behave accordingly.
d.) how a stigma can be attached to anyone.
Ans: c.) how people learn the sick role and behave accordingly.
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