716: Jo Marchant | Placebos and the Science of Mind over Body
The Jordan Harbinger Show
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The Power of Placebo: Mind-Body Interplay
This chapter examines the author's insights into genetics and medical microbiology, focusing on the placebo effect as a genuine biological phenomenon rather than mere deception. It explores the significant role of the mind in influencing health, emphasizing that both placebo and traditional therapies can produce real physiological responses. Additionally, the discussion critiques the biases in clinical trials, particularly in relation to pharmaceutical interests, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of the placebo effect in health care.
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