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#933 Samuel Veissière: The Psychological Effects of the Internet, and Human Cognition and Culture

The Dissenter

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Impacts of Culture on Mental Health and Placebo Effects

The chapter explores the influence of culture on mental health, discussing aspects like social support, relational mobility, and cultural tightness. It dives into the anthropological concept of idioms of distress and the therapeutic perspective of placebos, highlighting the complexities and effectiveness of these cultural constructs in shaping health outcomes. The discussion also delves into neuro culture, neuro enchantment, and the significant impact of suggestion and belief in placebo responses.

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