Which of the following statements is true of the biological treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

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Antidepressant drugs affecting serotonin levels, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), are commonly used and have been found to be effective in reducing symptoms of OCD. Benzodiazepines are generally not used to treat OCD as they can actually worsen symptoms. Patients may relapse once they discontinue medication, so ongoing therapy and monitoring is often necessary. Controlled studies have not shown that placebos are more effective than antidepressant medication for OCD.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Biological