#534 - Dr Stuart Ritchie - Why Is Behavioural Genetics Such A Hated Science?
Modern Wisdom
The Expectation Effect: Navigating Beliefs and Outcomes
This chapter explores the expectation effect, illustrating how beliefs about outcomes can shape actual results, particularly in the context of psychological and medical studies. It critically examines the efficacy of antidepressants, the role of biases in research, and the complex factors influencing depression treatment. Additionally, the discussion highlights the historical challenges within psychiatric research and the societal perceptions that shape views on mental health treatments.
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