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Placebos do better with tranquilizers study notes
Dr. Mendel reports that controlled tests show placebos may outperform tranquilizers in reducing anxiety. He cites a Veterans Administration study using double blind methods where dummy pills produced similar or better relief, while tranquilizers mainly affect perceived tension and doctor patient dynamics.
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Mendel
United States
Veterans Administration
National Institute of Mental Health
Washington, D. C