Neural Basis of Pain, Placebo Effects, Opioid Pain Relief & Addiction | Gregory Scherrer | 177
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Understanding Opioids and Pain Perception
This chapter explores the complex interactions between opioid mechanisms and pain pathways in the brain, emphasizing the roles of both exogenous and endogenous opioids. It highlights the dual effects these substances have on pain relief and addiction, as well as the significance of the placebo effect in pain management. Through experimental insights, the chapter also reveals how conditioned expectations can alter pain perception, underscoring the intricate link between belief, brain activity, and the experience of pain.
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