Which statement best represents a valid criticism of the use of drugs to treat mental disorders

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While psychoactive drugs can produce superficial treatment of mental disorders, they do not provide a cure, which is evidenced by the high relapse rates when the drug is discontinued. This is a valid criticism of drug treatment for mental disorders. None of the other answer choices accurately reflect valid criticisms of drug treatment for mental disorders. A is incorrect because some drugs may be expensive, but this is not a universal criticism of drug treatment for mental disorders. C is incorrect because while spontaneous remission can occur, clinical trials have shown that drugs are more effective than placebo in treating mental disorders. D is incorrect because not all psychoactive drugs are addictive and not all produce a large withdrawal effect when discontinued.

Which Statement Best Represents a Valid Criticism of the Use