Mr.Gotanda mistakenly believed that a single intake interview in which he simply described his numerous symptoms to a therapist was a treatment for his distress.His immediate relief from many of his symptoms following this session best illustrates

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The immediate relief from his symptoms following the single intake interview suggests that Mr. Gotanda experienced the placebo effect, which occurs when a person experiences a real improvement in their symptoms or condition after receiving a treatment that they believe is therapeutic but that is actually ineffective. In this case, Mr. Gotanda believed that the intake interview was a treatment, and his belief in its therapeutic value likely led to his temporary relief from symptoms. The other answer choices (A, B, and C) are not applicable to this scenario.

MrGotanda Mistakenly Believed That a Single Intake Interview in Which