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Double-blind study

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Both subjects and researchers are unaware of which group the subjects are in.

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Blind study

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Subjects are unaware of what group they are in, control or experimental, but the researchers know.

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Open label

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A term used to describe the situation when both the researcher and participant know the treatment being received

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Placebo effect

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When participants “feel better” just because they are involved in the study.

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Peer reviewed journal

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Panel of scientists rigorously evaluate a research study to assure that the scientific model was followed. Written by and for professionals, with cited sources. Most are peer reviewed.

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Randomization

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Everyone in the population has an equal chance of being chosen

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Control group

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Given traditional or standard care/medication. May also be given placebo if no treatment exists.

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Subjects

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Who is getting researched.

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