Huberman Lab How Placebo Effects Work to Change Our Biology & Psychology
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Mar 4, 2024 Delve into the fascinating world of placebo effects and their powerful influence on biology and psychology. Discover how beliefs and expectations can genuinely alter brain and bodily functions. Learn about the role of neurotransmitters, hormones, and the stress response in health outcomes. Find out why some individuals are more susceptible to these effects, and how leveraging mindset can enhance mental and physical well-being. Uncover the surprising ways expectations shape our experiences and health.
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Mind-Body Connection
- Placebo, nocebo, and belief effects influence biology and psychology.
- These effects exert power beyond the properties of drugs or treatments.
Placebo vs. Nocebo vs. Belief
- Placebo effects improve symptoms, while nocebo effects worsen them.
- Both relate to expectations, but belief effects stem from learned knowledge.
Dopamine and Placebo
- A Parkinson's study revealed that placebos can increase dopamine release.
- However, these increases are less robust than those from actual drugs.
