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Placebos work. Why?
Unexplainable
Rethinking Placebo: Honesty in Healing
This chapter examines the ethical implications of using placebos in medical research, particularly the concept of open-label placebos where patients are informed about their treatment. It highlights a study on irritable bowel syndrome patients, revealing that those aware they were taking placebos experienced significant improvements, challenging traditional views on placebo efficacy. The discussion emphasizes the role of the medical environment and the importance of trust and transparency in the healing process.
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