Placebo vs Nocebo Effect: Can fake pills heal you?

Placebo vs Nocebo Effect: Can fake pills heal you?

Imagine popping a sugar pill and feeling your headache vanish—or suddenly feeling like you’ve been hit by a truck. Sound nuts? It’s not. In 150 Key Concepts in Psychology, Fiona Starr unveils the placebo and nocebo effects, where your brain turns belief into biology. This isn’t some woo-woo nonsense—it’s a peek into how your mind […]



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